Tech Attaches Briefing: IGF 2023 and related developments
Events Briefings Capacity development EventsDiplo hosts monthly briefings on digital tech and policy issues for Geneva-based diplomats. The upcoming session will analyze the IGF 2023 discussions, highlighting the top 10 points. The briefing will also feature insights from the Secretariat and Japan, the host country, and draw connections to other digital governance debates. Attendance is by invitation only.
Geneva Dialogue | The launch of the Geneva Manual
Events Geneva Digital Talks Cybersecurity, Geneva diplomacy, Internet governance and digital policy, Network security EventsThe Geneva Manual, focusing on non-state actors' role in implementing cyber norms, will be launched on December 7th. The manual, initiated by the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs and DiploFoundation, aims to enhance international security and peace in cyberspace. Discussion panels and simulation exercises will explore the manual's implementation, with an emphasis on supply chain security and responsible reporting of vulnerabilities. The event will feature stakeholders from various sectors and will be held both in Geneva and online.
Policy Meets Tech: Artificial intelligence
Events Panels and conferences AI diplomacy, Artificial Intelligence EventsA Policy meets tech event focusing on artificial intelligence will equip diplomats in Geneva with technical knowledge about neural networks, machine learning, and foundational technologies. The session aims to simplify complex tech concepts, explore their impact on global governance, and provide practical tools for policy-making. Hosted by Diplo with support from the Permanent Mission to the UN in Geneva, the series aims to demystify digital technologies and their policy implications for diplomats. Restricted to permanent missions in Geneva, the event offers insight into internet protocols, quantum computing, cryptography, and algorithms. Contact Ms. Sorina Teleanu for details.
Securing Supply Chains in the Open Source Era – Security Analyst Summit (SAS)
EventsVladimir Radunovic from Diplo will join a panel on securing supply chains in the open-source era at the Kaspersky Security Analyst Summit in Phuket, Thailand on October 26, 2023. For details, visit the official website.
Vulnerabilities in digital products: How can humans decrease risks for humans?
Events Webinars EventsA webinar discusses digital product vulnerabilities and supply chain security, exploring the responsibility of various stakeholders like vendors, manufacturers, regulators, and users in minimizing risks. Initiatives like the Cyber Resilience Act and the National Cybersecurity Strategy are reviewed. The Geneva Dialogue aims to understand the roles of different actors in promoting security in cyberspace.
Irena Zubcevic
EventsIrena Zubcevic discusses the importance of empathy in building connections with others and the impact it can have on relationships. She emphasizes the need for understanding and compassion towards others, highlighting how empathy can lead to stronger connections and a more harmonious society. Zubcevic also touches on the role of empathy in fostering personal growth and creating a more inclusive and understanding world.
Will AI take over diplomatic reporting? (WebDebate #56)
Events WebDebates Artificial Intelligence, Diplomatic reportingThe text discusses the potential for AI to impact diplomatic reporting, questioning if it will take over this function. It highlights the historical significance of reports in diplomacy and the evolving role of technology, such as Chat, in assisting with reporting tasks. The text prompts consideration of AI's influence on diplomatic reporting, its implications for the diplomatic profession, and the need for human involvement in automated reporting. Interested individuals are invited to a discussion on this topic, providing insights on technology's current state and future trends in diplomacy.
Diplo at IGF 2023
Events Capacity development EventsDiplo will be actively involved in the 2023 Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Kyoto, Japan, focusing on topics like bottom-up internet governance, knowledge management, enhancing civil society participation, and cyber norms. They will host sessions and discussions, emphasizing the importance of human imperfection, knowledge sharing, and responsible behavior in cyberspace. Challenges such as monopolies over information and reducing vulnerabilities will be addressed. Diplo also highlights the need for multistakeholder collaboration and inclusivity in digital policy discussions. Participants are encouraged to engage both in-person and online to contribute to shaping the digital future.
Summit on Digital Diplomacy and Governance
Events Panels and conferences Capacity development, Contemporary diplomacy, Diplomacy of small states, Diplomatic functions and tools, International relations and diplomacy, Internet governance and digital policy, Multistakeholder diplomacy, Politics and governance, Public Diplomacy EventsThe Summit on Digital Diplomacy and Governance, organized by DiploFoundation, will address the evolving role of technology in diplomacy. The event, in collaboration with Malta and Switzerland's foreign affairs departments, will explore digital tools, e-commerce, cybersecurity, and the Global Digital Compact. Set for November 2022 in Malta, discussions will reflect on past decades of tech's impact on diplomacy. This gathering will also celebrate 20 years of DiploFoundation and 30 years of internet and diplomacy research. Participants can engage in shaping our digital future and learn more on the Summit website and the Diploversary page.
First joint diplomatic training with Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF)
Events, Milestones, TimelineDiplo conducted inaugural joint diplomatic training with the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF).
