Google has released the AI Opportunity Agenda, a comprehensive document containing practical recommendations for governments to ensure that the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) reach a broad spectrum of people.
The agenda emphasizes a nuanced strategy, addressing risks and fostering progress in the following areas:
Investing in AI Infrastructure and Innovation
Fostering cooperation between governments and private entities is essential to facilitate the provision of vital resources like cloud infrastructure, compute capacity, and data.
Google proposes advancing legal frameworks that promote innovation, establishing a Global Resource for AI Research, and encouraging international collaboration through trade and investment policies.
Building an AI-Ready Workforce
Recognizing the potential of AI, Google underscores the necessity of preparing the workforce for AI-driven transformations. Collaboration among industry, civil society, and policymakers is essential.
Suggestions include the creation of a global AI Corps, integrating AI into education, establishing flexible immigration pathways for AI experts, and implementing safety nets with customized skilling programs.
Maximizing AI Accessibility and Adoption
Google highlights the importance of universal AI accessibility. Governments, working with the private sector and civil society, can improve public services and assist small businesses.
Google recommends developing in-house AI expertise, creatively attracting private-sector talent, and establishing a centralized resource of AI experts for government agencies. Supporting small businesses through digital coaching and training programs can enhance widespread adoption.
Pursuing AI’s Potential Across Sectors
Highlighting the importance of working together in fields such as medicine, precision agriculture, and economic productivity, Google urges collaboration between the public and private sectors.
Google expresses enthusiasm for partnering with governments and civil society to shape an inclusive AI-driven future.
Commenting on the announcement, Kent Walker, President of Global Affairs, Google & Alphabet, said:
We are unveiling an AI Opportunity Agenda, a groundbreaking document offering specific recommendations for governments to guarantee that AI benefits the widest range of people. Let’s concentrate not only on avoiding harms and mitigating risks but also on seizing opportunities.