New Briefing: Risks of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Human Rights
AI is transforming the world, but at what cost? As AI and generative AI (genAI) become increasingly embedded in business, governance, and everyday life, concerns about its impact on human rights are growing. From biased algorithms and privacy violations to labor rights issues and mis/disinformation, AI presents both opportunities and significant risks. Understanding these risks and implementing responsible AI governance is essential to ensuring that technological progress aligns with global regulatory frameworks and international human rights standards.
Our latest tech salient risk briefing explores the risks AI and genAI pose to human rights, governance, and businesses, providing essential insights for businesses, policymakers, and investors. As the seventh installment in our series on technology’s impact on human rights, this briefing offers actionable guidance on responsible AI development, deployment and use in alignment with the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs).
You can view the other briefings in this series here.
What’s Inside?
- Insights on AI’s and genAI’s risks to human rights and governance
- Real-world case studies with key lessons for businesses
- Guiding questions and resources for investors to support company engagements
- Actionable resources to align AI and genAI strategies with the UNGPs