Pluralism in AI Governance: Toward Sociotechnical Alignment and Normative Coherence
18-page study analyzes 6 nations, proposes layered model to embed public values into AI systems.
Deep Dive
Researcher Mike Wa Nkongolo published 'Pluralism in AI Governance,' a comparative analysis of AI regulation in the EU, US, China, UK, Brazil, and South Africa. The 18-page paper synthesizes frameworks like Value Sensitive Design and Public Constitutional AI, mapping tensions between fairness, efficiency, transparency, and privacy. It introduces a holistic model for proactive regulation, positioning South Africa's sovereignty-oriented approach as a distinctive counterpoint to dominant paradigms.
Why It Matters
Provides a concrete framework for policymakers and tech leaders to build AI systems that align with democratic principles and societal norms.