Article 27 | Terms of Collaboration with Incubators

        (1)         This article establishes the general terms and conditions for any incubator that agrees to partner with the Indian Society of Artificial Intelligence and Law (ISAIL.IN).

        (2)         The partnership between ISAIL.IN and the incubator will be officially declared by both the parties, following a thorough evaluation of the incubator’s alignment with the Alliance’s objectives and principles.

        (3)         The incubator may propose special terms for the partnership, which would be subject to mutual agreement between ISAIL.IN and the incubator. These special terms may include specific collaboration activities, resource sharing arrangements, or joint initiatives tailored to the incubator’s focus areas and capabilities.

        (4)         Incubators shall agree to comply with the following provisions of the AiStandard.io Alliance Charter (Ai-AC):

(a)   Article 25, Guidelines for Use of AiStandard.io & ISAIL.IN Branding and Content

(b)   Article 28, paragraph 10, General Principles of Engagement in Good Faith

(c)   Article 29, paragraph 8, Accepted Strategies for Promotional Activities

(d)   Article 30, paragraph 10, Guidelines for Public Statements and Media Engagement

        (5)         The Governing Body of the AI Standardisation Alliance reserves the right to review and object to any prospective special terms proposed by the incubator. The Governing Body shall provide a written justification for its objection, citing potential conflicts with the Alliance’s objectives, principles, or existing policies. In such cases, ISAIL.IN and the incubator shall engage in further negotiations to address the Governing Body’s concerns and arrive at mutually acceptable terms.

        (6)         Upon finalisation of the partnership terms, the incubator shall sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ISAIL.IN, outlining the agreed-upon collaboration framework, roles and responsibilities, and any special terms. The MoU shall also include provisions for periodic review, amendment, and termination of the partnership, in accordance with the policies and procedures established by ISAIL.IN and the AI Standardisation Alliance.

        (7)         The incubator shall designate a primary point of contact for communication and coordination with ISAIL.IN and the AI Standardisation Alliance. The designated representative shall be responsible for facilitating the implementation of the partnership activities, ensuring compliance with the agreed-upon terms, and regularly reporting on the progress and outcomes of the collaboration.

        (8)         ISAIL.IN and the AI Standardisation Alliance shall provide the necessary support, resources, and guidance to enable the incubator to effectively contribute to the development and promotion of AI standards, best practices, and responsible innovation within its network of startups and entrepreneurs.

        (9)         The incubator shall actively participate in relevant meetings, events, and initiatives organized by ISAIL.IN and the AI Standardisation Alliance and shall encourage its affiliated startups and entrepreneurs to engage with the Alliance’s activities and resources.

     (10)         The partnership between ISAIL.IN and the incubator shall be reviewed on an annual basis by the Governing Body of the AI Standardisation Alliance and the ISAIL.IN Secretariat, to assess its effectiveness, impact, and alignment with the Alliance’s evolving priorities and strategies. Based on the review, the Governing Body may recommend the continuation, modification, or termination of the partnership, in consultation with ISAIL.IN and the incubator.