OECD AI Principles (Updated 2024)
International (OECD)
In Effect (voluntary, intergovernmental)
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Overview
| Jurisdiction | International (OECD) |
|---|---|
| Status | In Effect (voluntary, intergovernmental) |
| Signed Date | May 21, 2019 |
| Effective Date | May 21, 2019 |
| Enforcement Body | OECD AI Policy Observatory (no enforcement — guidance) |
| Affected Entities | OECD member countries and organizations adopting the principles (voluntary) |
Scope
Intergovernmental guidelines for AI development and deployment. First intergovernmental standard on AI. Adopted by 47+ countries. 2024 update adds provisions on generative AI, information integrity, and misinformation.
Key Requirements
- Inclusive growth, sustainable development and well-being
- Respect for human rights and democratic values, including fairness and privacy
- Transparency and explainability
- Robustness, security and safety
- Accountability
- Information integrity (2024 update — addressing AI-generated misinformation)
Penalties
None — voluntary intergovernmental guidelines