Artificial Integrity Institute (“Artificial Integrity”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is a research institute dedicated to advancing ethical, trustworthy, and human-aligned artificial intelligence systems.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and process your personal data when you access our website, research platforms, events, publications, applications, AI systems, and other services where Artificial Integrity Institute acts as a data controller (collectively, the “Services”).

At Artificial Integrity Institute, we believe that intelligence alone is not enough. Artificial intelligence systems must remain truthful, bounded, coherent, and aligned with human values. Protecting privacy, dignity, and individual rights is central to our mission.

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

Personal Data You Provide Directly

Identity & Contact Information

We may collect your:

• name,

• email address,

• organization,

• title,

• phone number,

• country of residence,
  when you:

• subscribe to our newsletters,

• attend events,

• apply to programs,

• participate in research initiatives,

• contact us,

• or create an account.

Research & Communication Information

If you participate in interviews, workshops, surveys, research collaborations, or public policy initiatives, we may collect:

• opinions,

• responses,

• communications,

• submitted materials,

• and related content.

Inputs & AI Interactions

If you interact with AI systems, chat interfaces, or research tools provided by Artificial Integrity Institute, we may collect:

• prompts,

• inputs,

• uploaded content,

• generated outputs,

• and related interactions.

Feedback

We may collect feedback, suggestions, ratings, evaluations, and reports regarding our Services and AI systems.

Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Services, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address,

• browser type,

• operating system,

• device identifiers,

• access times,

• referral URLs,

• browsing behavior,

• usage analytics,

• error logs,

• and interaction metrics.

Cookies & Similar Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• improve functionality,

• understand usage,

• personalize experiences,

• maintain security,

• and analyze performance.

Users may manage cookie preferences through browser settings.

Artificial Integrity Institute is founded on the belief that:

 

The only code that truly matters is integrity.

As AI systems increasingly influence human behavior, institutions, economies, and democratic processes, integrity must become a core design requirement for any system expecting to participate in society.

We believe:

• intelligence without integrity creates systemic risk;

• AI systems must remain aligned with ethical, moral, and social values;

• AI should augment humanity rather than replace or manipulate it;

• technology must not amplify historical biases, discrimination, or social inequalities.

Our work particularly focuses on:

• algorithmic bias,

• systemic discrimination,

• inclusion of women,

• democratic safeguards,

• transparency,

• accountability,

• and human dignity.

We may use personal data for the following purposes:

• providing and maintaining our Services;

• operating research programs and educational initiatives;

• communicating with users and participants;

• publishing reports, insights, and research findings;

• improving AI systems and methodologies;

• ensuring safety, security, and integrity of our systems;

• preventing fraud, abuse, discrimination, or harmful conduct;

• complying with legal obligations;

• improving accessibility, fairness, and inclusivity in AI systems;

• advancing research on Artificial Integrity and ethical AI governance.

We may also use anonymized or aggregated data for:

• research,

• policy development,

• academic publications,

• AI safety analysis,

• and societal impact studies.

Artificial Integrity Institute is committed to ensuring that AI systems:

• respect human dignity,

• preserve democratic values,

• remain transparent and explainable,

• reduce rather than reinforce discrimination,

• and remain accountable to human oversight.

We explicitly reject the development of AI systems designed to:

• manipulate vulnerable populations,

• spread disinformation,

• amplify systemic discrimination,

• undermine democratic institutions,

• or exploit human psychological weaknesses.

We believe AI systems should not merely mimic intelligence, but embody integrity, responsibility, and societal awareness.

We may share personal data with:

• research collaborators,

• academic institutions,

• technology service providers,

• event partners,

• legal authorities where required by law,

• and trusted operational partners.

We do not sell personal data.

We may disclose information:

• to comply with legal obligations,

• protect safety and rights,

• investigate misuse,

• or enforce our policies and agreements.

Depending on applicable laws, individuals may have rights to:

• access their data,

• correct inaccurate information,

• request deletion,

• object to processing,

• restrict processing,

• withdraw consent,

• and request portability of their data.

Requests may be submitted at:

privacy@artificialintegrity.org

We are committed to ensuring that privacy rights are respected fairly and transparently.

Artificial Integrity Institute recognizes that AI systems can reproduce and amplify historical inequalities.

We actively work to reduce:

• gender bias,

• racial bias,

• socioeconomic discrimination,

• exclusion of minorities,

• and structural inequalities embedded in data and algorithms.

We believe that diverse human perspectives must remain central to the design, governance, and deployment of AI systems.

An AI system cannot be considered trustworthy if it reproduces the prejudices and failures of the societies that created it.

We implement technical, organizational, and security measures designed to protect personal data against:

• unauthorized access,

• misuse,

• disclosure,

• alteration,

• destruction,

• or cyber threats.

However, no system can guarantee absolute security.

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

• fulfill the purposes described in this Policy,

• comply with legal obligations,

• conduct research responsibly,

• and ensure accountability and safety.

Where possible, information is anonymized or securely deleted.

Your personal data may be processed in countries outside your jurisdiction.

Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Our Services are not directed toward individuals under 18 years old.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without appropriate legal authorization.

Our Services are not directed toward individuals under 18 years old.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without appropriate legal authorization.

Artificial Integrity Institute

Email: privacy@artificialintegrity.org

For questions regarding privacy, ethics, or AI governance.

Because intelligence without integrity is not progress.