Dr. Joanna Randazzo, a leading legal scholar, argues that current AI regulation is failing to adequately protect fundamental human rights and is exacerbating existing societal biases.Her research, published in teh Australian Journal of Human Rights, calls for a global shift towards a human-centric approach to AI advancement.
Dr. Randazzo contends that existing regulations haven't kept pace with the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, particularly concerning the protection of privacy, non-discrimination, user autonomy, and intellectual property rights. A key issue is the "black box problem" inherent in many algorithmic models, especially those utilizing deep learning and machine learning. These complex processes make it nearly impractical to trace the reasoning behind AI-driven decisions.
"Decisions made by deep-learning or machine-learning processes were impossible for humans to trace, making it challenging for users to determine if and why an AI model has violated their rights and dignity and seek justice where necesary," Dr. Randazzo explained. Without clarity, accountability is severely hampered, and redress for harms becomes exceedingly difficult.
She emphasizes the urgency of addressing this issue, stating, "This is a very critically important issue that is only going to get worse without adequate regulation."