With the release of the United Nations’ Global Digital Compact (GDC) in September and a growing emphasis on inclusive AI governance at the multilateral level, 2024 could be the year that meaningful international cooperation around global digital and AI governance kicks off.
Of course, geopolitical divisions between China and the West over the governance of the internet and of emerging technologies will continue through 2024 and beyond. But developments in 2024 should allow for a greater focus on ways to accelerate the fulfilment of the sustainable development goals (SDGs) through meaningful connectivity and access to innovative technologies, whilst protecting fundamental rights.
