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We are delighted to share a ground-breaking Policy Paper released by our coalition partner, International IDEA, focused on shaping a resilient and rights-centric digital future. Titled "Harnessing Technologies for Democracy: Principles and Challenges," this paper delves into critical aspects of digital governance essential for safeguarding human rights and promoting democratic values globally. The Policy Paper identifies four key areas crucial for embracing democracy in the digital age: 1. Closing the Digital Divide: Ensuring equitable access to digital technologies is paramount for inclusive democratic participation. 2. Human Rights as Core Values: Upholding human rights as foundational principles in the development of a Global Digital Compact is essential for ethical and just digital governance. 3. AI Governance for Fundamental Rights: Implementing robust AI governance frameworks that prioritize safeguarding fundamental rights and democratic principles. 4. Advancing Data Governance: Promoting data governance models that prioritize the common good and protect individual privacy rights. These areas not only highlight the opportunities presented by digital advancements but also underscore the challenges that must be addressed to realize a safe and open digital future. We commend International IDEA for their insightful contributions to this crucial dialogue. The Policy Paper serves as a beacon for policymakers, stakeholders, and advocates alike, offering actionable insights into navigating the complexities of digital governance while upholding democratic values. #DigitalGovernance #HumanRights #Democracy #GlobalCompact #TechForGood Read the full paper here: https://lnkd.in/euXfgEj2

International IDEA's latest Policy Paper, "A Global Digital Compact for Democracy," aims to influence International IDEA’s Member States in shaping the negotiations for the UN #GlobalDigitalCompact. With a focus on reinforcing human rights and accountability among stakeholders, our recommendations priorities citizen participation, information integrity, and AI governance for a democratic and secure digital future. Recognising that technologies are not neutral, the principles governing them are vital to safeguarding human rights. 💡 Our Policy Paper outlines four key areas for a democratic digital future:  ◾ Closing the digital divide.   ◾ Anchoring human rights in the Global Digital Compact.   ◾ Establishing AI governance.   ◾ Advancing data governance for the common good.    Read more here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dRSxsCvC 

At our 2023 'Technology and Democracy' dialogue, participants discussed digital transformation and civic participation, social inequalities and digital divides, digital threats to democracy, responsible AI, disinformation, data privacy and user control, decentralization and web3. Click to read more: https://lnkd.in/dDvWqnzs #technology #democracy #disinformation #AI #data

This year’s theme for the International Day of Democracy is focused on the importance of Artificial Intelligence as a tool for good governance. # Democracy

We are proud of our Founding Partner, Vabamu, and the Kistler-Ritso Foundation, for their dedication to enhancing #Estonia’s global recognition. Recently, CDL-Estonia Mentor and Founding Partner, Sten Tamkivi, in collaboration with Stanford University and the Abundance Institute, interviewed former Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas. In the interview, Kaja Kallas shares the success story of e-Estonia and provides valuable insights into developing a digital society. The discussion will cover how AI and digital solutions have transformed citizens’ interactions with the government and what lessons the USA could learn from this success. Watch the interview here: https://lnkd.in/dQczYfrC #digitalsociety #digitalgovernance

Plurality- a brilliantly devised platform harnessing AI to socialise anti-social media. I have a strong feeling that we’re going to be hearing more on this. Context- 2024, international year of elections, is marked by a sharp decline in social cohesion and ascendancy of fascism. Maybe democracies will keep authoritarianism at bay for another round. But democracies themselves are failing to deliver fairness and accountability. Or Trust. Decades of neoliberal policies resulting in corporate state capture have led to a failure of democracy to hold parties to account. But we’re stuck in a binary of political institutions failing to deliver or fascism turbocharged by antisocial media. But there might be an alternative to the misinformation rabbit hole offering plurality of thought. It’s not an alternative system for a better world, but a means to collectively help make that happen.

📢 Calling all #digital #innovators and #enthusiasts! 🌐💡 The #europeancommission has just launched #two major #calls for contributions, focusing on the evolving realms of virtual worlds 🌌 and generative artificial intelligence (#AI) 🤖. This is your chance to shape the future of digital competition! 🚀 What's Happening? The Commission is keen to gather insights and experiences from stakeholders about the competitive landscape in virtual worlds and generative AI. Your feedback is crucial in understanding how competition law can play a role in keeping these burgeoning markets vibrant and fair. 👥 Who Can Participate? Anyone with a stake or interest in these fields! Whether you're a tech guru, a digital market player, or just fascinated by the world of AI and virtual realities, your voice matters. 🔍 Focus Areas Competition in virtual worlds The impact of generative AI on market dynamics The role of competition law in new digital markets 🤝 Collaboration and Investigation The Commission is not only seeking your views but is also investigating agreements between major digital players and generative AI developers. Plus, there's a spotlight on Microsoft's investment in OpenAI under the EU Merger Regulation. 📆 Mark Your Calendars! You have until March 11, 2024, to submit your responses. Don't miss this opportunity to contribute to one or both calls for contributions. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us! 🔗 Find the Calls for Contributions Here: https://lnkd.in/dZkAp7YS

The European Union 🇪🇺 kickstarts a new political cycle and what we already know is that hashtag#innovation will only accelerate over the next five years

Jesse Marshall Renderings of Strategic Dynamics Secretary-General's Roadmap for Digital Cooperation: This initiative, led by António Guterres, emphasizes the importance of global cooperation in digital technology to ensure safety, ethical usage, and inclusivity in AI development and governance. The roadmap seeks to create a framework for responsible AI, involving international collaboration to address its risks and opportunities. GZERO Media Interview with António Guterres (Sep 18, 2024): In an interview with Ian Bremmer, Guterres highlights AI as both a significant opportunity and an existential threat. The discussion covers the upcoming report from the UN's High-Level Advisory Body on AI titled "Governing AI for Humanity." Guterres stresses that the UN is uniquely positioned to develop a global and inclusive framework for AI governance. UN Advisory on AI Safety: The interview points out that the UN is focusing on getting global consensus on AI safety, aiming to address the existential risks while ensuring that AI benefits humanity. Amanpour and Company (Sep 20, 2024): In this segment, Carme Artigas, Co-Chair of the UN Artificial Intelligence Advisory Body, talks about the risks of AI increasing global technological inequality. The discussion revolves around ensuring AI is safe, ethical, and accessible to everyone. …more UN experts urge United Nations to lay foundations for global governance of artificial

Interesting Pact for the Future out of the UN today: https://lnkd.in/gtQ5Jd3z ➕ I like seeing "safe and secure" listed separately. I would like it even better if we had universal consensus on disambiguating them. (Here's my suggestion: "Secure" means that the system works as designed, secure from intrusion/infiltration/unauthorized access; "Safe" means that the system AS DESIGNED is safe for individuals and society (and the planet, because we are inseparable.) I’d also like to see this for all and not just children. ➖ I dislike that we are institutionalizing and reifying "AI" as the unit of concern; digital technology is plenty harmful right now, "AI" or no. Can we not just say digital/digitized technology or something? I say this for many reasons. Creating this language will likely ultimately result in loopholes and semantic games in policy making and enforcement. ➖ Also IMO (ymmv) "interoperable data governance frameworks" tacitly validates personal information as currency. I'd love to see the UN come out with something more bold like working on worldwide consensus that personal information may not be sold or exchanged for consideration. Internet Safety Labs