IGF-USA 2019 Sparked Vital Discussions on AI, Antitrust, 5G, and Online Speech
The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) held its annual global event, bringing together civil society, academics, and policymakers to discuss crucial Internet governance issues. The recent IGF-USA 2019, a regional conference leading up to the global event, sparked lively discussions on artificial intelligence governance, antitrust concerns, 5G impact, and online speech regulations under Section 230.
IGF-USA 2019 saw a multi-stakeholder dialogue on AI regulation, led by the GIZ, which culminated in the Hamburg Declaration for Responsible Artificial Intelligence. This declaration, signed by over 50 organizations, aims to promote responsible AI development for achieving sustainable development goals.
The American AI Initiative was also discussed, focusing on encouraging AI development and improving AI technology. Meanwhile, the AI governance panel at IGF-USA balanced optimism about AI's future with concerns about its implementation.
The antitrust panel recognized the value of current antitrust policy and cautioned against broad and swift remedies. The 5G panel, on the other hand, delved into the impact of 5G on current and emerging technologies and the need for spectrum allocation.
Key topics discussed at IGF-USA 2019 included digital inclusion, AI governance, antitrust concerns, 5G impact, and online speech regulations under Section 230. This event highlighted the importance of inclusive dialogue and multi-stakeholder participation in shaping the future of the Internet and its related technologies.
