International experts have warned of the biases of artificial intelligence rulings in the judicial system, stressing the importance of providing modern technologies with correct data and updated information, to ensure fair and equitable decisions for all parties.
In a session on data analysis within the International Judicial Conference on Monday, a group of international jurists pointed to the importance of digital transformation in the Saudi justice system and in dispute settlement.
The experts noted that Saudi Arabia was able to keep pace with the massive and rapid development in technology by reducing time and effort and providing a justice environment suitable for all parties, including the local and foreign private sectors.
Wang Ju, a law professor and director of the Big Legal Data Lab in China, said that research and development were underway to employ artificial intelligence technologies in addressing complexities in judicial systems.
He also stressed the need to integrate technical and ethical information to make modern technologies capable of issuing fair judgments.
Another session on Monday highlighted the future of alternative dispute solutions in light of the digital transformation, with the participation of a number of international experts in legal affairs. Those pointed to the importance that workers in the judicial field understand the latest technologies and use them appropriately to accelerate the pace of business and ensure high quality of services.
Yousef Alghamdi, Director of the Saudi Justice Ministry’s Remote Reconciliation Platform, said that the Ministry of Justice has rich experience in digital transformation and modern technology, enabling it to keep pace with rapid technological development.
He added that the ministry has launched several initiatives aimed at providing a sustainable system, qualified capabilities, and high-quality services supported by social awareness.
