IGF 2025 Lightning Talk #247 Nordic AI Centre: The Nordic-Baltic Path in Responsible AI

    ICT Norway
    • Moderator: TBC • Mikael Ljungblom: Head of Policy and International Relations, AI Sweden • Representative from AI Finland: (Highlighting Finnish values and AI applications) • Representative from IKT-Norge: (Focusing on Norwegian innovation and societal impact) • Representative from a Baltic State (e.g., Estonia): (Bringing a unique Baltic perspective on digital governance and AI adoption)
    Speakers
    • Mikael Ljungblom: Head of Policy and International Relations, AI Sweden • Representative from AI Finland: (Highlighting Finnish values and AI applications) • Representative from IKT-Norge: (Focusing on Norwegian innovation and societal impact) • Representative from a Baltic State (e.g., Estonia): (Bringing a unique Baltic perspective on digital governance and AI adoption)
    Onsite Moderator
    To be confirmed
    Rapporteur
    To be confirmed
    SDGs
    9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure


    Targets: 9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
    Format
    Lightning Talk
    Duration (minutes)
    20
    Description
    (0-2 minutes) Introduction and Setting the Stage (Moderator) (2-5 minutes) The Vision: A Nordic-Baltic Approach (Mikael Ljungblom) (5-8 minutes) Regional Strengths and Values in AI (AI Finland, IKT-Norge Baltic rep) (8-15 minutes) Defining the "Nordic Take": Responsible AI in Practice (Panel Discussion) • (Panelists discuss topics like): o AI ethics and governance frameworks. o Human-centric AI design and user trust. o Ensuring equitable access to AI benefits. o Transparency and accountability in AI development. o How to create AI that respects privacy. (15-20 minutes) Collaboration and Future Directions (Open Discussion and Q&A) How can we foster stronger collaboration between the Nordic and Baltic nations and other nations to achieve our shared vision? • (Panelists and audience engage in a discussion on): o Knowledge sharing and best practices. o Joint research and development projects. o Building a strong AI talent pipeline. o Creating a unified voice in international AI forums.

    Open stage