RIGSS Podcast | Episode 23
Part III | AI and Governance
-Mr. Jacques Von Benecke
Jacques Von Benecke is the Group Chief Technology Officer for DHI and consults for the Royal Government of Bhutan’s as a member of the GovTech Commission. Jacques comes with over 35 years of experience and has focused on business transformation since completing his Master’s in Business Administration in 2008. He has experience working for large global tech giants like Amazon Web Services (AWS), British Telecoms, BHP Billiton, and Woodside Energy alongside working in education for Murdoch University and health as the Chief Architect for the Spine Programme for the National Health Service in the UK. Jacques is also a member of the Open Wallet Foundation's Government Advisory Committee as the official representative of RGoB.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries and societies around the world, offering both remarkable opportunities and profound challenges. As AI technology becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives, ensuring it is developed and used responsibly is crucial. This involves creating robust governance frameworks and building digital trust, particularly for Bhutan, a country that is on the cusp of significant growth and innovation.