A road map for developing responsible and innovative governance systems based on generative AI and other exponential technologies
As exponential technology rapidly advances, leaders in every sector are faced with the challenge of harnessing its potential power while developing precautionary safeguards against its risks. From generative artificial intelligence to the future of quantum computing, these innovations are transforming the world at an unprecedented rate, leaving decision-makers unsure of how to maintain control and ensure responsible development.
Governing Pandora focuses on multiple exponential technologies in order to demonstrate how leaders can develop responsible and innovative governance systems. This book equips leaders with frameworks and tools—including a detailed five-element "exponential governance mind-set"—to develop a more holistic tech governance approach for current and future waves of exponential tech. Andrea Bonime-Blanc encourages the development of a culture of collaboration across borders, sectors, and disciplines as technology takes on a bigger role in our ecosystem. She explains the context, risks, and opportunities of the ongoing exponential technology revolution so that leaders can futureproof themselves, their organizations, and key stakeholders with strategies and tactics to act responsibly, ethically, and successfully.
This book speaks directly to executives, board members, policymakers, and organizational leaders who are tasked with charting a course through the advancement of modern technologies. Governing Pandora bridges the gap between exploring pure technology and managing and governing applied technology. Readers will learn not only how to develop a governance mind-set for exponential technology but also how to build organizational resilience.
Reviews
"Governing Pandora is a timely and incredibly thoughtful book that should be a constant companion for industry leaders as they think about the bounty and jeopardy possible with this exponential technology."—Vikram Sharma, operating partner, S2G Ventures
"Bonime-Blanc offers an invaluable framework for how business leaders should approach a world of exponential technological development, exponential opportunities, and exponential risks. It's a must read for anyone interested in responsibly building our future."—Daniel Dobrygowski, head of governance and trust, World Economic Forum
"As a biotech startup CEO and scientist, I see firsthand how rapidly advancing technologies are reshaping industries—and how boards, executives, and decision-makers must evolve to keep pace. Governing Pandora is more than just a guide; it defines a new field of governance that will be essential for the future of business. With sharp insights and real-world strategies, this book equips leaders to embrace innovation while mitigating risk, ensuring they don't just react to change but stay ahead of it. A must read for anyone serious about governing in the age of technological disruption and geopolitical change."—Michael T. Marquardt, CEO, Epi One, Inc
"Aptly named, Governing Pandora is both optimistic and realistic at the same time. Bonime-Blanc draws out the great impacts emerging technologies (including quantum) will have while integrating their attendant risks and responsibilities. Her inclusion of quantum's effects on risk and polyrisk, adaptive governance, and tech trustworthiness are great examples of the depth with which she tackles critical issues. The book is loaded with practical suggestions for countries, companies, and colleagues to consider in order to future-proof our collective paths ahead."—Tom Patterson, global lead, Emerging Technology Security at Accenture
"Governing Pandora is an insightful and engaging integration of technology, geopolitics, business, and even a little mythology. The author's style captures the tenor of the digital age—interconnected, fast-paced, uncertain yet hopeful."—Larry Clinton, president, Internet Security Alliance
"With clarity, wit, and insight, Bonime-Blanc cuts a searing path through a stale and acrimonious debate over 'AI safety' versus 'AI ethics' and asks a fundamental question: What does it mean to govern and lead, now that the Pandora's Box of uncontained technology is open? There is no one else that could have written this book and I could not recommend it more highly."—Alison Taylor, clinical associate professor, NYU Stern School of Business, and author of Higher Ground: How Business Can Do the Right Thing in a Turbulent World
About the Author
Andrea Bonime-Blanc, JD/PhD, is founder and CEO of GEC Risk Advisory and adviser on the strategic governance of risk, geopolitics, ethics, sustainability, and tech for business, nongovernmental organizations, and government. She is the author of several books, including Gloom to Boom: How Leaders Transform Risk into Resilience and Value.
