Democracy in AI: A Lofty Ideal or a Practical Path?

Dr Mark van Rijmenam, CSP -

OpenAI's initiative to integrate democratic processes into AI technology, though initially met with skepticism, reveals a serious attempt at tackling a complex challenge. Their "Collective Alignment" team focuses on incorporating public input to guide AI behavior, reflecting a commitment to democratic AI governance.

This effort, which seems more than a mere PR stunt, involves collaborating with diverse experts and grappling with the realities of public opinion's fluidity and cultural divides.

The endeavor underscores the ongoing quest to align AI advancements with societal values and raises critical questions about the feasibility and impact of democratic AI governance. What input would you want to add to AI to guide its behaviour?

Read the full article on VentureBeat.

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