The Copyright Monitoring Board (abbreviated CvTA in Dutch) recently reached a significant milestone by publishing the 1000th algorithm in the national Algorithm Register. This milestone indicates that the register is now a well-established and expanding resource, no longer a new initiative. Since its launch in 2022, publications have steadily increased across various government organisations.
Wieke Hoge, secretary-director of CvTA: “In our supervision, we haven’t yet integrated AI. Our organisation aims to build experience with it. This presents quite a challenge, we realised during a training day focusing on enhancing our AI literacy. We believe that responsible AI use is crucial for maintaining a vibrant and diverse cultural sector. This is why we have registered our AI-pilot for the Algorithm Register and are following the best practices shared by the Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations (BZK).”
The relevance of algorithm registration
The deployment of algorithms and AI is growing rapidly, offering numerous opportunities. At the same time, they also pose risks, including discrimination, privacy infringement, and cybersecurity problems. Registering algorithms is one way to mitigate risks. In the Algorithm Register, Dutch government organisations provide insight into the algorithms they use when carrying out their tasks.
Better insight
When the government uses algorithms, transparency is essential. Responsible use of algorithms should also be reflected in the development of workflows, the consideration of governance structures, and engaging in constructive dialogue within organisations. Additionally, the register will help explain the application and outcome of algorithms. Each publication contributes to a deeper understanding of how algorithms work, their applications, and their social impact.
Keep registering your algorithms
With the 1000th algorithm registered in the Algorithm Register, a foundation has been established. The algorithm implementation team continues to urge governments to keep registering. Together, governments can focus on improving the explainability and transparency of algorithm use by the government.
More information
If you have any questions about registering algorithms in the Algorithm Register, please get in touch with algoritmeregister@minbzk.nl. Additionally, the Algorithm Framework (Dutch) also offers support for registering algorithms. Here, you can find more information about laws, regulations, and guidelines.
