ABSTRACT

This chapter examines problems with the current direction of AI and possible solutions. It then posits why multi-polarity is important and discusses how the current environment—in which the poles are the tech companies, Government of China, US regulators, and EU policymakers—is not sufficient to make AI work for everyone. The importance of worker voices is stressed, and that the developing world is completely absent from the debate is emphasised. These themes are united in the conclusion, which also offers concrete policy ideas.