AI Ethics

What is AI Ethics and why it matters

For a Sustainable Society

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more familiar in society, contributing to a better world, due to the rapid advancement of generative AI technology. On the other hand, concerns about potential human rights violations has led to call for stricter AI regulations.

However, the ethical risks surrounding AI will not disappear simply by adhering to regulations or following procedures. The way AI is used can lead to unforeseen and potentially harmful consequences. Therefore, it is crucial to cultivate a corporate culture that embraces AI Ethics, ensuring that employees and users are fully aware of the risks and countermeasures.

Fujitsu has implemented advanced initiatives in AI governance to promote AI Ethics. Recognizing AI Ethics as a management issue, the CEO and other C-suites are committed to AI Ethics. Moreover, we have implemented various initiatives to link AI governance to corporate governance, such as sharing our efforts to the Board of Directors.

To provide safe, secure and trustworthy AI for the society, it is important for various stakeholders to appropriately practice AI governance. We hope that Fujitsu Group's initiatives will be useful to you.

AI Ethics: The Fujitsu Perspective

One of the characteristics of our unique AI Ethics practice is that it blends both sides of "Governance" and "Technology". From the "Governance" side, we focus on cultivating corporate culture and building up the organization while considering social science and humanities perspectives, including global regulatory trends. From the "Technology" side, we are advancing the research and development of cutting-edge technological tools to mitigate ethical risks from the perspective of Information Science. Please look at our advanced AI Ethics practices aimed at addressing the risks of AI and realizing trustworthy services.

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AI Ethics and Governance

Fujitsu Group AI Commitment/ Fujitsu Group External Advisory Committee on AI Ethics/ Governance Structure (AI Ethics Check, Training, Global region)/ Collaboration with society (Government, Academia, User, Consumer)

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AI Ethics Research

R&D Pillars/ Compliance and Guidelines/ Ethics-by-Design for AI Governance/ Combatting Biases in Generative AI/ Challenges to Social Issues

Reference: Practicing AI Ethics for everyone

To build a safe and secure AI society, it is crucial not only for AI providers but also for other stakeholders, including AI user companies, to understand the significance of AI Ethics and to practice it across society. Therefore, Fujitsu is sharing some of the ethical practices and know-how we have acquired, not just within our company but also with various stakeholders. We hope you find this information useful.

'Fujitsu Generative AI Guidelines' opened to the public

Fujitsu has created guidelines for all employees to use generative AI safely and securely in their work, and has made them available to the public.