Committed to a future where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is developed responsibly to serve society, Mozilla, the global non-profit organization behind the open-source Firefox web browser, investing US$50,000 in search of top applications and projects related to creating a future where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is developed through a responsible lens by launching the Responsible AI Challenge and relaunching its Mozilla Builders program — an experimental incubator program initially launched in 2020 aimed at investing in people, projects, and technologies that will reshape the Internet.
Mozilla is inviting entrepreneurs and builders to join this endeavor as they believe in the power and potential of AI in solving the planet’s most challenging problems while also recognizing the importance of developing it ethically and holistically.
In a blog post, the organization said, “The last few months it has become clear that AI is no longer our future, but our present. Some of the most exciting ideas for the future of both the internet and the world involve AI solutions. This didn’t happen overnight, decades of work have gone into this moment. Mozilla has been working to make sure that the future of AI benefits humanity in the right ways by investing in the creation of trustworthy AI.”
The Mozilla Builders Responsible AI Challenge offers a platform for those who are passionate about building AI solutions that are not only ambitious but also ethical and trustworthy. The selected nominees will have the opportunity to meet with the brightest technologists, business leaders, and ethicists working on trustworthy AI to gain insights and support for their projects. They will also receive mentorship from industry experts, network with key contributors in the community, and have a chance to win funding for their project. The challenge is an excellent opportunity for builders who want to make a significant impact on society while also adhering to responsible AI principles.
“We firmly believe that Artificial Intelligence is a current reality, and as creators, we are responsible for making sure that it is used to humanity’s advantage. Mozilla is dedicated to developing trustworthy AI, and we encourage Filipino technologists, entrepreneurs, and innovators to join us in crafting a responsible future through the Mozilla Builders Responsible AI Challenge. Filipino participation is critical to ensuring that AI serves our country and the world positively,” the Mozilla Philippines Community (MozillaPH) said in a statement posted on their website.
Applications to the Mozilla Builders Responsible AI Challenge will be accepted until 20 April 2023 via this website. The Top 10 finalists will be announced on 08 May 2023 followed by an in-person event in San Francisco, California on 31 May 2023. The grand prize winner will receive US$25,000.