Policy on the Ethics and Use of AI
Policy on the Ethics and Use of AI
The potential for AI-based technologies to fundamentally alter the way we live and work is potentially limitless. CASIO will help society and customer maximize profits and contribute to the realization of the sustainable society by creating the solutions leveraging the value created by AI.
However, to harness and preserve the value created by AI requires attention to and the management of attendant risks. CASIO, as a company involved in AI, we continue to expand and sustain its efforts in AI governance, focusing on initiatives such as the establishment of “Policy on the Ethics and Use of AI” focused on the development and use of AI systems.
CASIO’s AI Governance aims to establish a fair and trustworthy framework for AI and data utilization that complies with the regulations and societal norms in the AI and data utilization, as well as enhancing societal understanding and acceptance. It also ensures that the risks posed by AI and data use technologies are correct understood.
Our new AI Governance Policy is as follows:
Policy on the Ethics and Use of AI
Technology is rapidly evolving and is dramatically changing not only people's lives, but society as a whole. AI provides new opportunities to address social issues, as well as improve business efficiency and productivity. Through use, research and development of AI, Casio Group (hereinafter referred to as “Casio”, "we" or “us”), will continue to pursue our corporate motto of "Creativity and Contribution" to benefit society and our organization.
When used appropriately, our use of AI can benefit individuals, society, and the environment. On the other hand, if AI is used inappropriately, we may create risks such as violation of laws and regulations, infringement of the rights of others, leakage of confidential information and even create a risk of human rights violations. We therefore must use AI with caution. To ensure that we ethically use, research, and develop AI, and to appropriately manage associated risks, Casio has established this "Policy on the Ethics and Use of AI" ("AI Policy").
All Casio employees understand that corporate ethics are the foundation of Casio’s business, and will comply with this AI Policy at all times.
We will handle AI systems safely and effectively in order to secure the trust of our customers and stakeholders, who support our business activities.
I. Respect human rights, diversity and fairness
We will always respect human dignity, diversity and fairness. We will fulfill our responsibility as a company to respect human rights, which are fundamental rights given to all people. Furthermore, when using, researching, or developing AI, we will strive to avoid any discrimination and other undue or unfair influences.
II. Ensuring safety and security
We will ensure that use, research, and development of AI, is always done in a safe and secure manner.
III. Ensuring compliance and protection privacy
When using, researching and developing AI, we will strive to comply with laws, regulations, social norms, and ethics that relate to AI, and take privacy seriously. We will manage personal and other sensitive information in a safe, secure and appropriate manner.
IV. Transparency and accountability
We place importance on transparency in the use, research, and development of AI. We will strive to be transparent so that our customers and stakeholders understand our decisions and processes, as well as potential effect and impact of AI, and can enhance their trust in us.
V. Development of AI and coexistence with humans
After properly understanding the nature and potential of AI, we intend to use, develop and research AI in the development of products and services that are useful to individuals and society.
We will also be educating our people so that they are prepared to appropriately use, research and develop AI solutions, and to ensure that there are always people involved in any decision-making relating to humans so as to support a human-centered society.
VI. Social Contributions and SDGs
We appreciate the potential value and significance AI can bring to individuals and society. Through its use, research and development, and by cooperating with our stakeholders, we aim to develop high-quality products and services that are useful to society. Some of these products and services will hopefully support addressing social issues and actively contribute to our Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), our social contribution and economic growth.
This Policy is initially adapted as of August 2024. This Policy will be updated as necessary in light of future social situations and other factors.
Effective Date: August 26, 2024
CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.
AI Governance Committee
Executive Managing Officer
KAWAI Tetsuya