1、 Unite Paper 2021(1)A Framework for Ethical AI at the United Nations Prepared by:Lambert Hogenhout Organization:UN Office for Information and Communications Technology Contact:hogenhoutun.org Date:15-3-2021 Contents EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2 INTRODUCTION 3 1.PROBLEMS WITH AI 5 2.DEFINING ETHICAL AI 11 3.I

2、MPLEMENTING ETHICAL AI 20 CONCLUSION 23 Unite Papers“Informing and Capturing UN Technological Innovation”An occasional paper series to share ideas,insights and in-depth studies on technology and the United Nations.The series is sponsored by the Office of Information and Communications Technology(OIC

3、T)but does not necessarily represent the official views of OICT or of the United Nations.2 Executive Summary This paper aims to provide an overview of the ethical concerns in artificial intelligence(AI)and the framework that is needed to mitigate those risks,and to suggest a practical path to ensure

4、 the development and use of AI at the United Nations(UN)aligns with our ethical values.The overview discusses how AI is an increasingly powerful tool with potential for good,albeit one with a high risk of negative side-effects that go against fundamental human rights and UN values.It explains the ne

5、ed for ethical principles for AI aligned with principles for data governance,as data and AI are tightly interwoven.It explores different ethical frameworks that exist and tools such as assessment lists.It recommends that the UN develop a framework consisting of ethical principles,architectural stand

6、ards,assessment methods,tools and methodologies,and a policy to govern the implementation and adherence to this framework,accompanied by an education program for staff.3 Introduction Artificial intelligence(AI)has become ubiquitous in our livesfrom advertisements that target us as we browse the web,