AI: The regulator’s game

This presentation delves into the basics of Artificial Intelligence, its applications, and the evolving landscape of AI regulation in the U.S. and Canada. The presentation will include an analysis of the legal frameworks, ethical considerations, and governance models shaping AI development and deployment. The session aims to foster an understanding of AI governance, highlighting current status and future trends to prepare attendees for the challenges and opportunities in the field of AI regulation and social work practice. This session aims to equip attendees with the background and knowledge to navigate the complex terrain of AI legal and ethical considerations.

Learning objectives

Participants will be able to:

  1. Gain basic knowledge of AI and insights into the core principles guiding AI regulation in both the U.S. and Canada, including ethical considerations, accountability, and sector-specific regulations
  2. Explore the similarities and differences in AI regulatory approaches between the U.S. and Canada, with a focus on how each country addresses challenges and opportunities in AI governance
  3. Anticipate future trends in AI regulation, understanding the potential challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for AI governance

Presenter

Hank Cecil, LCSW, Chair, Kentucky Board of Social Work