Civil society can help ensure AI benefits us all. Here’s how

Jul 8, 2021

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To steer AI in a positive direction, the role of civil society is more important than ever Image: REUTERS/Andres Martinez Casares

Conor Sanchez

Project Specialist, C4IR, World Economic Forum

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