Singapore seeks input on the governance framework for generative AI

Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and AI Verify Foundation have jointly proposed a draft Model Governance Framework for Generative AI. The framework aims to set guidelines for responsible development and deployment of Generative AI technologies.
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On 16 January 2024, Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority and AI Verify Foundation released a draft Model Governance Framework for Generative AI. It calls upon all major stakeholders, including policymakers, industry leaders, the research community, and the general public, to collaboratively contribute to a responsible AI landscape.

This framework introduces nine key dimensions:

  • Accountability: Incentivize responsibility along the AI development chain.
  • Data: Ensure quality and fairness in data use, especially for contentious data.
  • Trusted Development and Deployment: Prioritize transparency and industry best practices.
  • Incident Reporting: Establish structures for timely reporting and continuous improvement.
  • Testing and Assurance: Encourage third-party testing for trust-building.
  • Security: Adapt existing frameworks to address new threat vectors.
  • Content Provenance: Enhance transparency in AI-generated content.
  • Safety and Alignment R&D: Accelerate global cooperation for improved model alignment.
  • AI for Public Good: Focus on uplifting individuals and businesses through responsible AI access, public sector adoption, worker upskilling, and sustainable development.

This framework underscores a commitment to responsible governance, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and security in the dynamic landscape of generative AI.