- 10/11/2022
- Categories: Orange Knowledge Programme, Press Release
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is developing rapidly and is certainly of particular concern for political leaders worldwide because knowledge of AI is essential to be aligned with various sectors, ranging from law, military and security, economy, etc. Thus, this must be framed by rules to regulate how AI works. The European Union, which has high relevance to global market regulation, is expected to be able to facilitate universal regulatory standards for AI implementation. Through the power of the “Brussels Effect”, technological developments that adopt artificial intelligence systems will be entirely regulated globally and centralized by the European Union.
Trying to address this issue, CfDS conducted “OKP Cybersecurity Guest Lecture Series” in Digitalk # 53. This event was held on Monday (31/10) at the Fisipol Convention Hall inviting Dr. Oskar Josef Gstrein (Assistant Professor at the Department of Governance and Innovation of Campus Fryslân) who conveyed the topic of “European AI Regulation: Brussels Effect versus Human Dignity?” and Prof. Dr. Andrej Janko (Faculty Campus Fryslân/Prof. of Governance and Innovation) who discussed “Cybernetic Governance: Regulation and Future of Warfare”.
Prof. Dr. Andrej Janko started the discussion by explaining the concept of cybernetic governance, covering how people relate to artificial intelligence (AI), AI and data regulation, and its ethical boundaries. According to him, the concept of e-governance in cybernetics can be seen from the power the technology holds on some aspects of governance, such as the regulations, its military, and the implementation of the “Internet of bodies” in society.
Through cybernetic governance, Prof. Dr. Andrej believes it would be oriented towards the elements of effectiveness and interoperability, including the convergence of more robust regulatory frameworks, reducing administrative costs, and improving the quality of human resources. However, with all the conveniences, the issue of privacy and data security must, of course, be supervised.
“Another important issue that should not be forgotten is the right to protect users’ data. This includes how important data is collected, sent, stored, and distributed by artificial intelligence,” said Prof. Dr. Andrej.
Dr. Oskar Josef Gstrein also enriched the discussion by explaining how artificial intelligence technology can help people in various aspects, such as in the field of infrastructure (fuel efficiency and shortened driving time), health (assisting doctors with robotic technology), education (variation learning systems), and e-governance (a more effective and accurate census system).
Dr. Oskar Josef Gstrein explained that the development of AI must be accompanied by regulations that would “limit” how it works. He added, “Regulations, like AIA, must be able to ensure that AI, not only can increase the effectiveness of e-governance, but also facilitate human life.” In addition, it is also expected to be able to act as a preventive measure against undesirable possibilities, such as market fragmentation and technology domination.
Although AIA could be a basis for AI implementation, the contribution from society must not be forgotten. “When we use the service systems offered by AI, such as chat-bots, we must be aware that we are interacting with a ‘system’. This kind of awareness will help us wisely in using artificial intelligence technology,” said Dr. Oskar Josef Gstrein.
About CfDS – Orange Knowledge Program (OKP)
For the past two years, CfDS has been collaborating with Campus Fryslân to work together in Orange Knowledge Program (OKP). This program aims to give impacts, provide education, and empower individuals and groups in local communities. Therefore, CfDS with Campus Fryslân, through the TMT+ program, has been routinely addressing issues related to digital media, including cybersecurity and digital society.
Writer: I Komang Restu Adi M. Surta
Editor: Firya Q. Abisono
