OECD Recommendation on Artificial Intelligence (2024 Update)
The OECD Recommendation on Artificial Intelligence, first adopted in May 2019 and updated in May 2024, sets out five values‑based principles: (1) inclusive growth, sustainable development and well‑being; (2) human‑centred values and fairness; (3) transparency and explainability; (4) robustness, security and safety; and (5) accountability. The 2024 update adds specific guidance for generative AI and foundation models, emphasizing responsible development, deployment, and governance of these technologies.
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Framework Domains (8)
Definitions and Scope
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECDAI24-1 | Updated AI System Definition, Foundation Models, and Generative AI Scope |
Deployer Responsibilities and Agentic AI
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECDAI24-7 | Deployer Responsibilities, Agentic AI, and Engagement with Rights Holders |
Frontier Model Risk
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECDAI24-3 | Frontier Model Risk Management, Capability Disclosure, and Independent Evaluation |
GenAI Transparency and Provenance
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECDAI24-2 | Generative AI Transparency, Content Provenance, and Authenticity |
Incident Reporting and Information Integrity
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECDAI24-4 | AI Incident Reporting, Information Safety, Misinformation, and Manipulation Mitigation |
Interoperability and Cross-Border
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECDAI24-8 | Interoperability with International AI Frameworks, Public Reporting, and Cross-Border Governance |
Security, IP, Environment
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECDAI24-6 | Security, Model and Data Protection, Intellectual Property, and Environmental Sustainability |
Workplace AI, Children, Vulnerable Populations
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| OECDAI24-5 | Workplace AI, Worker Voice, Children Protection, and Vulnerable Populations |
Your Compliance Coverage
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ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics
75%
6 controls mapped
Compare →Canada Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA)
63%
5 controls mapped
Compare →Australia AI Ethics Framework
50%
4 controls mapped
Compare →+ 56 more: Administrative Measures for the Security Assessment of Generative AI Services (2023) and Algorithmic Recommendation Management Provisions (2022) (50%), NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF 1.0) (38%)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is OECD Recommendation on Artificial Intelligence (2024 Update)?
OECD Recommendation on Artificial Intelligence (2024 Update) is a compliance framework from International (OECD) with 8 domains and 8 controls. The OECD Recommendation on Artificial Intelligence, first adopted in May 2019 and updated in May 2024, sets out five values‑based principles: (1) inclusive growth, sustainable development and well‑being; (2) human‑centred values and fairness; (3) transparency and explainability; (4) robustness, security and safety; and (5) accountability. The 2024 update adds specific guidance for generative AI and foundation models, emphasizing responsible development, deployment, and governance of these technologies. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does OECD Recommendation on Artificial Intelligence (2024 Update) have?
OECD Recommendation on Artificial Intelligence (2024 Update) has 8 controls organised across 8 domains. The largest domains are Definitions and Scope (1 controls), Deployer Responsibilities and Agentic AI (1 controls), Frontier Model Risk (1 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does OECD Recommendation on Artificial Intelligence (2024 Update) map to?
OECD Recommendation on Artificial Intelligence (2024 Update) maps to 59 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics (75% coverage), Canada Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA) (63% coverage), Australia AI Ethics Framework (50% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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