We’ve seen increased interest and concern around government and private sector use of AI technologies. Numerous media stories have highlighted contentious applications of AI, including the implementation of a visa application system by the Home Office and a facial recognition system by the developers of the King’s Cross Central precinct in London.

Many AI technologies are still in a nascent stage, which is part of the issue, resulting in flawed decisions. As the march towards an AI future continues, governments and public sector organisations need to consider and agree what applications are ethical, useful and acceptable in a democratic society.

Read the full article, ‘The importance of a transparent approach towards AI technology‘ via Open Access Government.