Singapore – The AI Verify Foundation (AIVF) and Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) in Singapore have developed a draft model AI governance framework for generative AI. This framework expands on the existing model governance framework that covers traditional AI, last updated in 2020.

For both entities, this proposed framework aims to facilitate international conversations among policymakers, industry, and the research community, to enable trusted development globally.

“Generative AI has significant transformative potential – above and beyond what Traditional AI has been able to achieve. This also comes with risks. While it remains a dynamically developing space, there is growing global consensus that consistent principles are needed to create a trusted environment – one that enables end-users to use AI confidently and safely, while allowing space for cutting-edge innovation,” both parties said in a press statement.

The core elements for the framework are based on the principles that decisions made by AI should be explainable, transparent, and fair. Beyond principles, it offers practical suggestions that model developers and policymakers can apply as initial steps.

Lastly, the proposed model governance framework for generative AI takes this one step further by covering the latest developments in generative AI. This in turn will inform Singapore’s next steps, as the country adopt a practical approach to maximise both trust and innovation.