AI Registers 101

Important note on nomenclature: While often referred to as "AI" registers, the more appropriate term should be "Algorithmic Decision System" (ADS) registers. A register is an official record of information. In its simplest form, it can provide visibility over algorithmic systems in use, which is the most basic form of transparency. It can also be designed to enable meaningful transparency that meets stakeholder information needs. It's the latter use case that I explore throughout this article. Meaningful transparency is an important concept in AI ethics.