In September 2024, a landmark international treaty – the Convention on Artificial Intelligence – was formally signed. Initiated by the Council of Europe, this agreement brings together the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union, and aims to establish a set of global AI standards centred on human rights, privacy, and democratic values. As a leading global computing platform and pioneer in intelligent technologies, AnyLink was invited to participate as an industry representative, contributing to multiple rounds of policy consultations and offering critical technical insights and strategic perspectives on key provisions.
Over two years in the making, the Convention integrates governance experience and regulatory insights from more than 50 countries, including Canada, Japan, Israel, and Australia. It responds to mounting global concerns surrounding AI, ensuring that technological advancement remains aligned with ethical and legal principles. The Convention aims to establish a trust-based intelligent ecosystem grounded in transparency and accountability.
Advancing Global Regulatory Coordination: Strategic Significance of the AI Convention
The signing of the Convention marks a new phase in AI governance – moving from fragmented national efforts to multilateral institutional cooperation. It explicitly states that all member states shall be held accountable for the potential adverse effects of AI systems across both public and private sectors. The agreement underscores the protection of privacy rights, equality, and access to legal redress in algorithmic outputs.
As the President of the European Commission stated:
“AI must serve humanity, not rule over it. This Convention is the starting point for building a global consensus and upholding ethical standards in technology.”
AnyLink's Involvement: Technical Strength and Responsible Leadership
Throughout the drafting of the AI Convention, AnyLink played an active role as an industry stakeholder, participating in consultations and feedback processes. Our expert team put forward practical proposals on key topics such as algorithmic transparency, regulatory compliance in computing resource management, and cross-border AI deployment governance—ensuring technical feasibility in implementing the Convention’s clauses.
Speaking at the event, AnyLink’s Chief Executive Officer noted:
“We’ve always believed that the future of AI depends on its ability to serve society while maintaining respect for human dignity and institutional order. Technological progress must be accompanied by governance—and this agreement is a meaningful step forward for us all.”
A Model of Multistakeholder Governance: Industry, Government, and Civil Society
This Convention is not a closed-door arrangement between governments. Rather, it reflects a broad-based consensus, shaped by extensive input from technology enterprises, academic institutions, and civil society organisations. AnyLink, alongside other global tech leaders, contributed to the treaty’s formulation—embedding industry-first risk awareness and compliance practices into the regulatory framework.
Moving forward, the Convention will be integrated into national legal frameworks across signatory countries, raising the bar for corporate responsibility and transparency. This will reinforce public trust in AI systems, accelerating their high-quality adoption across sectors worldwide.
Looking Ahead: Laying the Institutional Foundation for Global AI
The signing of the Convention represents not only a regulatory breakthrough but also a moment of ethical awakening in our technological civilisation. Amid deepening global digital transformation, the agreement is set to become a foundational benchmark for the sustainable development of the AI industry.
For AnyLink, contributing to the treaty’s development reflects a commitment to public responsibility beyond technology alone. As company executives affirmed:
“We are honoured to have taken part in this historic dialogue. Looking ahead, we will continue to promote the integration of AI with humanistic values, helping to build a safer, more accountable, and inclusive intelligent future.”
AnyLink remains committed to the highest standards of self-governance, driving the industry ecosystem towards greater transparency, trust, and long-term value. Together with global partners, we will continue shaping a reliable, ethical, and intelligent world.
