Last week, we collaborated with Women in Mining UK (WIM UK) to host an event at our London headquarters, spotlighting the important topic of AI, Ethics and Compliance. The event brought together professionals from across industries: mining, finance, law, technology, and beyond, to explore the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence and its growing role in corporate governance.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how the world works. From predictive maintenance to generative design, it is changing how we solve problems, make decisions and create value. In a model where humans and machines work side-by-side, new skills, new ways of working and new expectations are required. The opportunities are vast but like any new technology, AI comes with risks.
Anglo American is a proud Foundation Partner of Women in Mining UK and the AI, Ethics and Compliance event was co-organised with WIM UK alongside our colleague network Women@CHS, with Alison Atkinson, Chief Projects & Development Officer, as its Executive Sponsor.
Why this conversation matters
Artificial intelligence offers immense potential to streamline operations, reduce risk and unlock new efficiencies, but without robust ethical frameworks, it can also amplify bias, compromise privacy and erode public trust. In sectors like mining, where the stakes are high, the responsible use of AI is not just a technical challenge, but an obligation.
Some key questions from the event included: How do we ensure AI decisions are fair and explainable? What safeguards are needed to protect human rights? How can compliance teams keep pace with rapidly evolving technologies?
A diverse panel and rich dialogue
The panel featured voices from a wide spectrum of experience, with each offering unique perspectives on the ethical deployment of AI. Their insights underscored the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration in shaping policies that are both principled and practical.
The discussion was introduced by Alison Atkinson, moderated by Ashu Sharma (Investigations Manager, Controls and Governance, Special Investigations, Anglo American), and speakers included Dr Lydia Kostopoulos (CEO, Abundance Studio, Author 'Imagination Dilemma'), Angela De Loureiro (Data Scientist, AI Adoption, Anglo American), Samah Farah (Ethics & Compliance Principal, Anglo American), Anastasia Kuskova (CEO and Founder, beSirius), Dr Katharina Hefter (Managing Director & Partner, Boston Consulting Group and WIM100 Sponsor) and Jon Downing (AI Lead, Anglo American).
Attendees engaged in lively discussions, sharing case studies, challenges and best practices. The event was not just about mining – it was about building a shared understanding across sectors, accepting that ethical AI is a collective responsibility.
A broader movement toward responsible innovation
This event is part of a growing movement to ensure that technological progress is matched by ethical foresight. By bringing together diverse stakeholders, Anglo American and Women in Mining UK helped catalyse a conversation that is essential for sustainable innovation.
As AI continues to evolve, so must our frameworks for accountability. Events like this are not just informative, they are transformative, shaping the future of how industries think about technology, ethics and the people they serve.
