The Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Ethics (CAIDE), established in 2020, has focused on enhancing public literacy, regulatory frameworks, and research surrounding artificial intelligence (AI). Initially, CAIDE concentrated on foundational work such as cross-disciplinary research and public education to help communities understand emerging AI technologies.
Now entering its next five-year phase with renewed funding, CAIDE aims to develop targeted responses to AI’s challenges, addressing issues such as deepfakes and supporting the constructive applications of AI in justice, mental health, and education. The Centre’s work spans high-profile projects, including analyses of AI’s role in major event ticketing, legal frameworks, and its societal impacts, as highlighted during events such as the University of Melbourne’s Swiftposium.
CAIDE collaborates with various faculties and international partners, contributing to projects like Vietnam’s legal tech ethics training and AI policy development in healthcare. Their flagship initiatives include the Ninian Stephen Law Program and AI literacy workshops for not-for-profits in Australia and New Zealand.
Looking ahead, CAIDE aims to shape AI’s ethical and human-centred future, focusing on mitigating risks, enhancing societal benefits, and supporting areas such as access to justice and mental health.
Source: Melbourne Law School
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