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On Monday, 25 November 2024, Software Freedom Law Centre, India (SFLC.IN) hosted a dialogue on artificial intelligence at the India Habitat Centre, bringing together industry leaders, academics and technology experts. event, title AI in focus: navigating risk, regulation and responsibilityTwo panel sessions were presented examining the challenges and opportunities of generative AI and open-source technologies and their impact on technological and social infrastructure. The Quint was the official media partner of the event.
Mishi Chaudhary, Founder of SFLC.IN, set the stage with a compelling opening statement –
As the panelists shared their insights, the discussion explored the spread of deepfakes, exploring responsible AI practices, and the need to navigate India’s unique socio-cultural complexities.
Saikat Saha, Technology Director, NASSCOM highlighted-
Pamposh Raina, Head, Deepfake Analysis Unit (DAU), Misinformation Combat Alliance, said –
The conversation then turned to the balance between innovation and accountability in AI, with panelists highlighting the subtle interplay of technology, ethics, and regulation.
Sunil Abraham, Policy Director, Meta India emphasized –
Udhavan Tiwari, director of global product strategy at Mozilla, said –
The panel discussions underlined the urgent need for a clear, inclusive AI governance framework that is tailored to India’s unique context and aligns with global best practices such as the EU’s GDPR. The event reinforced the importance of innovation-supportive regulations, digital literacy and stakeholder collaboration in shaping the AI ecosystem. Based on the discussions, SFLC.IN will soon launch its research paper, Using Open Source in AIWhich will serve as a cornerstone for all future dialogues and initiatives in shaping responsible AI practices.
The event brought together an outstanding line-up of experts and innovators, including Andrea Barua, Founder and CEO of Noise AI; Charles Breck, co-founder and CEO of TextMine; Saikat Saha, Technology Director, NASSCOM; Pamposh Raina, head of the deep fake analysis unit at the Misinformation Combating Alliance; Chaitanya Chokareddy, CTO, Ozonetel Communications; Udbhav Tiwari, director of global product strategy at Mozilla; Smita Gupta, curator of OpenNY AI; Sunil Abraham, Policy Director, Meta India; Marivate Kingdom; and Professor Eben Moglen.
About SFLC.IN
SFLC.IN, Software Freedom Law Centre, India, is a non-profit organization committed to protecting civil liberties in the digital domain. Its primary focus is to advocate software freedom and digital rights in India. Founded on the principles of independence, transparency and equality, SFLC.IN works at the intersection of law, technology and society, striving to protect and promote fundamental rights in the digital age.
