Page 49 - AI Governance Day - From Principles to Implementation

AI Governance Day - From Principles to Implementation

"Our most ambitious initiative in Bangladesh is the development of government
brain, in short G Brain." (Zunaid Ahmed Palak)

Minister Palak recounted a recent demonstration where a startup created his digital twin using
AI, showcasing AI's potential in education and training.

"This experience was both fascinating and eye-opening." (Zunaid Ahmed Palak)

Figure 20: H.E. Mr. Zunaid Ahmed Palak, Minister of State for the Ministry of Posts,
Telecommunications and Information Technology, Bangladesh

However, Minister Palak also warned of the dangers of AI-generated misinformation, citing a
recent incident involving a fake photograph of a cyclone's aftermath.

"This incident highlights a serious risk associated with AI defects, spray of fake
information and the consequences of which can be dire, affecting social harmony,
public safety and the credibility of our institutions" (Zunaid Ahmed Palak)

He called for robust measures to counteract the misuse of AI, emphasizing the need for ethical
guidelines and regulatory frameworks.

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