Rights & Ethics
Public-impact AI
AI systems with material effects on rights, safety, or society.
Definition
AI-based systems whose operation has material effects on individual rights, public safety, or societal functions; such systems are flagged for heightened scrutiny, risk-management, transparency and potential targeted binding measures under the policy.
Related Terms
Rights-impacting AI
AI systems whose outputs have significant legal or material effects on people....
AI systems affecting citizens' rights and freedoms
AI systems deployed in contexts that impact individuals' rights or freedoms....
Public Interest Uses
AI deployments by public agencies to deliver social services....
High-Impact AI Systems
AI systems whose use poses significant risks to rights or safety....
public-impact classification
Determines likelihood of direct public interaction or significant impact....