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From building your own AI Factory to ensuring it is governed at every stage of the Data Life Cycle, you'll need to know how to keep your data safe in our fast evolving techscape. These books deliver the complete blueprint to build scalable systems, learn from past privacy failures, and stay ahead of next-generation AI threats.
The AI Factory: AI Capability Guide for SMEs
Kevin Shepherdson · Celine Chew · Joaquin Jay Gonzalez III
An AI-blended guide for SMEs — hands-on frameworks paired with an AI Toolkit and the Capabara Tool Wizard, so non-technical teams can build their own AI solutions without writing code.
FORMAT: PRINT + AI TOOLKIT | PRICE: S$32 (1 book); S$50 (2 books)
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AI Ethical Breaches to Beware Of
Dr. Kevin Shepherdson
The sequel to the book that started it all — the same case-by-case format, now turned toward the ethical minefield of Generative AI. Grounded in doctoral research into how organisations really use, and misuse, AI.
FORMAT: PRINT + AI TOOLKIT | PRICE: S$32 (1 book); S$50 (2 books)
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WHAT READERS SAY
Trusted by regulators, professionals, and businesses
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AI Ethical Breaches to Beware Of
As AI systems become more deeply embedded in how organizations collect and process personal data, the governance stakes have neverbeen higher. Drawing on real-world AI incidents, this book offers a timely and grounded perspective on what responsible AI looks like in practice – examining how accountability and good governance shape outcomes across the entire lifecycle, from design and development through to deployment and beyond. For data protection professionals and organizational leaders navigating the intersection of AI and data protection, this book provides a practical framework for building trust and contributing to Singapore’s ecosystem of responsible innovation.
Denise Wong
Commissioner, Personal Data Protection Commission, Singapore; Assistant Chief Executive (Data Innovation & Protection Group), Infocomm Media Development Authority, Singapore
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AI Ethical Breaches to Beware Of
Artificial intelligence will shape the future of our societies, economies,and relationships. However, without accountability, innovation risks becoming exploitation. What makes this book so valuable is how it moves beyond abstract ethics to ground AI governance in real-world failures, practical controls, and institutional oversight. As governments and organizations rush to adopt these technologies, this work is a critical reminder that true governance must protect human dignity, rights, and trust alongside innovation. Kevin Shepherdson has delivered a timely, deeply important contribution to the field.
Atty. Jose Sutton Belarmino II
Deputy Privacy Commissioner, Philippines
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AI Ethical Breaches to Beware Of
Artificial intelligence has fundamentally reshaped how organizations collect, process and use data. As AI capabilities advance, the protection of personal data, transparency and accountability become essential pillars of responsible innovation. Kevin Shepherdson’s book offers a timely and practical contribution by examining real-world AI incidents and demonstrating how governance failures often originate long before harm becomes visible. By translating ethical principles into operational governance and highlighting lessons from actual cases, this book provides valuable guidance for organizations seeking to strengthen trust, safeguard personal data and deploy AI responsibly.
Shariffah Rashidah binti Syed Othman
Personal Data Protection Commissioner,
Malaysia
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Kevin Shepherdson
Founder and CEO of Straits Interactive, an award-winning EdTech startup specializing in data governance, digital transformation, and generative AI. Recognized with Singapore's prestigious 2021 SkillsFuture Fellowship Award, he is an industry expert who holds the first Doctorate in Generative AI and has designed numerous adult learning courses for Singapore Management University. Drawing on a diverse background spanning tech management, music production, and data privacy, Kevin continues to drive his company's innovation through groundbreaking tools like the AI DPO Assistant and the internationally nominated Capabara platform.
Dr. Celine Chew
As a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Generative AI, Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) and Head of Learning and Development, Dr. Celine Chew provides insights into the behavioural change and learning required for teams to embrace change initiatives. Celine has extensive training experience internationally and specialises in the social, emotional and cognitive aspects of learning. She is also an executive coach to senior executives in multinational as well as regional companies.
Prof. Joaquin Gonzalez
Dr. Jay Gonzalez III serves as Vice Provost for Global Affairs, Founding Dean of GGU Worldwide, and Mayor George Christopher Professor of Public Administration at Golden Gate University. An award-winning scholar-practitioner who has taught at several prestigious international universities, he has authored or edited over 20 books on governance, public policy, and emerging technologies like AI and cybersecurity. Additionally, Dr. Gonzalez brings extensive practical experience as a former San Francisco Commissioner for Immigrant Rights and a consultant for major global entities, including the World Bank, the UN, and USAID.
FAQs
Who are these books written for?
SME owners, HR/finance/admin/marketing professionals, Data Protection Officers, and anyone whose job touches personal data or AI tools — no legal or technical background required.
Do I need to be a Data Protection Officer to benefit?
No. The books are written in plain language with real case studies, designed for non-specialists as much as compliance professionals.
What formats are available?
Both books are available in print and have access to a companion AI toolkit.
Do these books count toward any certification?
They're a great primer for our Data Protection and Gen AI certification courses, although the books themselves aren't a certification requirement.
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Straits Interactive delivers sustainable data governance solutions that help organisations create trust in today’s data-driven world. As trusted advisors to SMEs, MNCs and data protection authorities in the region, we provide comprehensive competency, consulting and capability roadmaps in data protection and governance.
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