How Ireland is Building Trust in AI

Ahead of the International AI Summit in Dublin, host Jennifer Strong examines how Ireland is leading global AI regulation by establishing a framework of leaders who promote trusted AI. She speaks with Minister Niamh Smyth, Ireland’s Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Transformation - better known as Ireland's first appointed minister for AI. Minister Smyth breaks down how European countries like Ireland are addressing the transition from AI experimentation to implementation, by encouraging transparency and accountability. She also tells Jennifer about the AI Sectoral Champions, Ireland's latest initiative to mentor emerging tech leaders on responsible AI. Siobhan Noble, Chief Data and AI Officer at Carne Group, shares her experience as part of the inaugural group of AI Champions and what it's like to travel the country mentoring young tech entrepreneurs. Enterprise Ireland CEO Jenny Melia shares why trusted AI drives a global competitive edge and why fostering accountability starts with the smaller companies. Lastly, Apoorva Kumar, CEO of DisseqtAI, and Roop Singh, CEO of Version 1, discuss how their companies are actively incorporating transparent AI models and building a trusted AI tech ecosystem.

Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Executive Producer is Christine Baratta, Senior Producer is Sharon Beriro.