Pretty Good Podcast Episode 17: AI Governance in Southeast Asia

Pretty Good Podcast Episode 17: AI Governance in Southeast Asia

Author: EngageMedia February 14, 2022 Duration: 47:16

Southeast Asia has historically been consumers of technology instead of providers. This often  leaves the region at a disadvantage in adapting to and governing the technologies that it needs for growth, such as artificial intelligence (AI).

In this episode of Pretty Good Podcast, AI researcher Dr. Jun-E Tan expounds on her 2021 research with EngageMedia on AI governance in Southeast Asia, emphasising the importance of contextualising this technology based on what the region needs. Jun-E also discusses the need for Southeast Asian countries to look at existing mechanisms that are within their control, and how these can be used to govern AI technology in ways that protect their people.


Hosted by EngageMedia, Pretty Good Podcast: Discussions on Digital Rights explores the often unseen connections between daily life and the digital frameworks that shape it. This isn't a series about abstract tech theory; it's grounded in the real-world experiences of the Asia-Pacific region. Each conversation focuses on how current events, from shifting political landscapes to new social movements, directly intersect with critical issues like online privacy, freedom of expression, and digital access. The podcast deliberately amplifies local and regional voices, offering perspectives that are frequently overlooked in global tech discourse. By linking headlines to the underlying principles of digital rights, the show provides essential context for understanding how power operates in our connected world. Tune in for thoughtful, accessible discussions that make the complex landscape of our digital lives not just understandable, but relevant to everyone. You'll find a natural flow of ideas in this podcast, where experts, activists, and community members break down why digital rights matter far beyond the screen.
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Episode 12: Freedom of Expression Online [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Episode 6: Youth and Online Activism at Thailand Protests [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:58
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Duration: 29:54
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Episode 4: Communications Privacy: Big Tech vs Open Source [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:42
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Episode 3: AI and its role in COVID-19 responses [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:36
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