A Human-Centered Vision
AI is not neutral. It inherently reflects the intentions, structures, and biases of those who build it.
That is why I believe ethics must guide every stage of its development—from design to deployment.
The priorities are simple:
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People must remain at the center of decision-making.
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Technology must amplify human agency, not diminish it.
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Innovation should strengthen trust, dignity, and democratic values.
We’re not passengers on this technological journey
We are its architects. And the future we build is, ultimately, a choice. Our choice.
Gregory Renard at Élysée Palace with Cedric Villani and Justine Cassell
Gregory Renard - on the steps of the Élysée Palace with Laurence Devillers
Ethics Principle:
First Do No Harm
AI4Humanity with Fei Fei Li and Marie-Paule Cani
Gregory Renard with French President Emmanuel Macron
AI4Humanity with Yann Le Cun and Justine Cassell
Transparency and Accountability
I believe that trust is the foundation of any technological system. Trust can only exist if AI is explainable, auditable, and accountable.
When an algorithm impacts a person’s life—whether in healthcare, education, or justice—it must be possible to understand how and why it made that decision.
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No black boxes.
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No blind trust.
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Every technological power must be paired with clear responsibility.
Protecting the Most Vulnerable
My work has always placed a special focus on children and young people, who will live with the long-term consequences of today’s choices.
Through Everyone.AI, I advocate for strong governance, age-appropriate education, and protective frameworks to ensure AI supports rather than harms future generations.
Protecting the vulnerable isn’t optional—it’s a moral imperative.
Education as a Pillar
Ethics cannot live in technical documents alone. It must be shared, taught, and discussed openly.
I believe in building spaces where citizens, educators, policymakers, and technologists can understand AI, question its uses, and help shape its future.
An ethical society is not one where experts decide alone—it is one where everyone is empowered.
A Living, Evolving Commitment
Ethics is never finished. It adapts as technology evolves. Since 2016, I have spoken publicly and worked actively to promote a model of AI that is responsible, explainable, and centered on people. This is not a trend; it is a foundation. I continue to challenge, update, and refine my ethical commitments to align with new realities—because our responsibility grows with every technological leap.
AI will shape the world our children inherit. That is why I believe it is our collective duty to ensure it remains transparent, human-centered, and just.
"Ethics is not a constraint on progress. It is what makes progress meaningful." — Grégory Renard
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