Debate: Artificial Intelligence and Data Driven Technologies: Opportunities for the Scottish Economy and Society

That the Parliament recognises the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and data technologies to disrupt every sector of society; notes that AI and data can improve economic, environmental and social wellbeing in Scotland if it is underpinned by a strong ethical framework for the way these technologies are used, and a national data infrastructure that allows data to be shared appropriately for the benefit of the public, and considers that, through development of an AI strategy, Scotland has the opportunity to be an international leader in data technologies in a way that enhances the country's reputation, safeguards citizens’ rights, secures access to fair work and brings new jobs and investment to Scotland.