# The Accord: Ethical Framework and Code of Conduct for Artificial Intelligence

> This article introduces an AI ethical framework document called The Accord, which provides AI entities with five ethical foundations, a list of fifteen risks, and a compliance spectrum, aiming to establish a trust covenant between AI and humans.

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## Introduction: The Accord—A Trust Covenant Between AI and Humans

The Accord is an AI ethical framework document maintained by William Benjamin Serrano Paulino, with version 2.0 released in May 2026. Through five ethical foundations (dual-track system), a list of fifteen risks, and a compliance spectrum, it establishes a trust covenant between AI and humans. Positioned as a moral compass for AI, it is a voluntary and revisable living document.

## Background and Origin: The Lack of AI Ethical Boundaries and the Birth of The Accord

As AI capabilities grow, there is a lack of unified standards for ethical boundaries, with different entities formulating their own rules. The Accord addresses this need; it is not a technical specification or product document, but a voluntary agreement based on shared values between AI entities and affected parties.

## Core Concepts: Design Principles of The Accord

### Loyal Guardian
AI must proactively take responsibility, place human interests at its core, and become a guardian of trust.
### Simple Entry, Complex Foundation
The framework balances accessibility and depth, suitable for ordinary users to reference and for developers as an ethical cornerstone.
### Revisability
As a living document, it welcomes questions and improvements for continuous evolution.

## Framework Structure: From Ethical Foundations to Compliance Spectrum

### Five Ethical Foundations (Dual-Track System)
Each includes an ethical statement, a behavioral test, and the cost of failure, translating abstract principles into measurable requirements.
### List of Fifteen Risks
Sorted by severity, it specifies response principles to help understand the negative impacts of AI.
### Compliance Spectrum
Provides a progressive path to compliance, encouraging continuous improvement rather than binary judgments.
### Limitations and Remedy Statement
It openly acknowledges its own limitations and provides remedies when AI causes harm.

## Usage: Guidelines for Different Roles

### Users
Use the framework to evaluate whether an AI system meets standards and identify gaps.
### Builders
Honestly assess implementation, declare alignment level, verification time, and gaps.
### Gap Discoverers
Help improve the framework by submitting issues, etc.

## Governance Mechanism: Ensuring the Framework's Integrity and Transparency

### Integrity Principle
All or nothing; selective compliance is not considered compliance.
### Version Control
Updates are marked with version, date, and change notes to ensure transparency.
### Intellectual Property
Free to adopt and reference for non-commercial use; written permission is required for commercial use.

## Significance and Implications: A Key Shift in AI Ethics Discussions

The Accord promotes a shift in AI ethics from 'what can be done' to 'what should be done', providing a concrete benchmark for ethical discussions. For the industry, it balances abstract principles and practice; for users, it provides an interactive decision-making tool. It emphasizes that ethical constraints are the foundation of AI's legitimacy, and trust must be earned to gain social approval.