TechSector CIO Champions Ethical AI Governance Globally 

One of the pioneers in the discussion about ethical AI governance in 2026, in regards to CIOs, is Mike Drew, global head of Odgers Technology and IT Services Practice. He promotes the idea in major reports and conferences in the industry that technology leaders must find a balance between fast AI adoption and good governance, transparency, and workforce building, as firms will encounter stricter regulations and publicity.  

The ideas presented by Drew are assisting CIOs to change their operating models in a way that AI-driven analytics, automation, and cloud loads are handled by clearly defined risk tolerance frameworks, audit trails, and human in the loop controls.  

That human centric tech leadership where AI aids and does not eliminate human decision making, and CIOs collaborate closely with HR, legal and ethics committees to build responsible innovation cultures is well supported by his strategy.  

By 2026, Drew will take multinationals to the next level of ensuring that AI ethics is the heart of its procurement, vendor screening, and project prioritization process; in such a manner, global CIOs should not only be viewed as performance makers but also as custodians of trust.