AI, ESG, and Ethics: Building Responsible Systems for a Transforming World I Part 2

About this episode

The episode discusses the intersection of AI, ESG, and ethics, focusing on how organizations can navigate the challenges posed by rapid technological advancements.

In part two of our conversation on AI, ESG, and ethics, the discussion between Hogan Lovells Global Head of ESG Adrian Walker and Sustainable Finance Co-Head Rita Hunter with host Leo von Gerlach the conversation goes deeper and reveals how governments, regulators, and global corporations are racing to keep pace with AI’s rapid rise. Discover what is truly at stake as policy, politics, and emerging technologies intersect, and learn how companies can turn strong governance into a strategic advantage. If you’re thinking about the future of responsible innovation, this is an episode you will not want to miss. About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future. If you enjoyed today's episode, we'd love for you to rate and review us. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue bringing…

People in this episode

Host: Leo von Gerlach

Guests: Adrian Walker, Rita Hunter

Topics covered

• AI
• ESG
• ethics
• governance
• responsible innovation
• digital transformation

Keywords

• AI
• ESG
• ethics
• governance
• digital transformation
• responsible innovation
• policy
• regulation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Hogan Lovells

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