Jack J Phillips, chairman of the ROI Institute, said it was crucial to adapt these models to fit the unique context of each nation.

“Do what’s right for your country,” he told FMT on the sidelines of the National Human Capital Conference & Exhibition (NHCEEE) today.

“You may get some tips from other countries, but it really needs to be in terms of what works here for the citizens of this country, what’s our value system, what we need to protect here.”

Phillips was commenting on a suggestion by former MSNBC presenter Mehdi Hasan yesterday that the Malaysian government should consider a blueprint similar to the AI Bill of Rights being mooted in the US.

In 2022, the US White House Office of Science and Technology Policy released the blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights, outlining a framework for collaboration between the government, tech companies and citizens to ensure greater accountability for AI.

The framework is aimed at ensuring AI systems are safe and effective, protect data privacy, provide transparency in system use, prevent algorithmic discrimination and offer human alternatives when needed.

Echoing Mehdi, Phillips also called for priority in protecting citizens’ interests while fostering an environment that promotes the beneficial use of AI technologies.

“Countries need to put some controls in place to make sure AI is used properly and delivers value,” he said.

He also said establishing effective governance could lead to a better return on investment (ROI) in AI initiatives, enhancing public trust and ensuring that the technology serves the greater good.

The NHCCE, organised by the Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp), provides a platform to discuss the evolving role of AI in the workplace and its implications for the workforce of the future.