Summary

The principles of Internet governance (IG) offer a crucial framework for navigating the challenges of AI. It defines intelligent systems not just as tools, but as active, decision-making agents fundamentally reshaping our shared digital spaces, or the “digital commons.”

The discussion revisits core tenets of IG—including the multistakeholder model, open standards, and decentralization—positing that these established frameworks are uniquely equipped to inform AI governance. It will draw direct parallels, comparing the domain name system (DNS) with the need for AI model provenance and digital signatures for AI-generated content.

Finally, it  addresses key challenges like the rapid pace of AI development and the concentration of power in a few tech giants. It concludes with a call to action, urging the IG community to collaborate and leverage its experience to build a human-centric AI future that enhances our digital commons.