AI Is Already Embedded in the Boardroom, But Inaction Is the Greater Liability, Governance Experts Warn

Governance experts at a Diligent-partnered briefing argued that the primary 2026 risk for boards is not AI misuse but inaction, reframing the liability question from using AI incorrectly to failing to use available tools at all. With trusted, secure tools available, boards that neglect them for research, scenario analysis, and decision support could be seen as falling short of their duty of care. This is directly actionable for boards deciding how to formalize AI in their operating rhythm.