Global AI Governance Leader Strengthens Executive Team with Renowned Compliance and Ethics Expert
June 5, 2025 – GAFAI, the Global Alliance for Artificial Intelligence, today announced the unanimous appointment by its Board of Directors of Ms. Elzira Batyrbekova to two pivotal leadership roles: Chief Councilor for Policy, Regulation & International Co-operation and Global AI Delegate to the United Kingdom. This decision, ratified at the Board meeting on June 2, 2025, underscores GAFAI's commitment to advancing responsible AI governance globally.
Ms. Batyrbekova brings a distinguished track record of leadership in financial crime prevention, regulatory compliance, and ethical innovation to GAFAI. Her expertise, developed while guiding financial institutions across the EMEA and CIS regions, positions her uniquely to navigate the complex intersection of AI, regulation, and international cooperation.
A Profile of Excellence:
· Financial Crime & Compliance Authority: Recognized for developing and leading comprehensive financial crime prevention and compliance strategies on an international scale.
· Champion of Inclusion: Award-nominated for her dedication to diversity and inclusion, notably being shortlisted for 'Diversity & Inclusion Champion of the Year' at the 2025 Women in GRC Awards.
· Sought-After Global Voice: A featured speaker at major international forums including #RISK Digital Global 2025 and the Blockchain, Crypto & Web3 Conference 2024, addressing AI, fintech, and risk.
· Published Thought Leader: Author of the influential work, "Money-Laundering Risks in the Cryptocurrency Era" (Brunel Law School, Chase Cambria Company Publishing Ltd).
Strategic Mandate:
In her dual capacity as Chief Councilor and Global AI Delegate to the UK, Ms. Batyrbekova will spearhead critical initiatives for GAFAI:
1. Shaping Global AI Policy: Leading the development of GAFAI's worldwide policy positions and advocacy strategy.
2. Building Strategic Partnerships: Forging essential alliances with regulators, governments, and multilateral organizations.
3. Embedding Ethical Compliance: Ensuring cutting-edge compliance and ethical frameworks are integrated into all GAFAI initiatives.
4. International Advocacy: Representing GAFAI globally to champion responsible, human-centred AI development and deployment.
Board Endorsement:
The GAFAI Board of Directors issued the following statement: "Elzira Batyrbekova's exceptional blend of deep regulatory expertise, proven diplomatic acumen, and passionate commitment to ethical innovation perfectly aligns with GAFAI's core mission. We are confident her leadership will significantly amplify GAFAI's global impact and steadfastly advance our goal of ensuring artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity."
GAFAI invites its members, partners, and the global AI community to join in congratulating Ms. Elzira Batyrbekova on her appointment and extending a warm welcome to the GAFAI leadership team.
About GAFAI:
The Global Alliance for Artificial Intelligence (GAFAI) is a leading international organization dedicated to fostering the responsible development, ethical deployment, and beneficial governance of artificial intelligence for humanity. GAFAI brings together stakeholders from industry, academia, government, and civil society to collaborate on shaping a future where AI serves the global good.
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