Digital health
Artificial Intelligence, Data governance, Telecommunications infrastructure BlogsTechnology has revolutionized healthcare by enabling digital health applications, such as telemedicine and precision medicine. Advancements in medical tools, genetics, and public health have improved healthcare quality. Challenges like the digital divide and data integrity must be addressed for the full potential of digital health to be realized. Collaboration among stakeholders is essential to navigate these changes. Policymakers need to keep up with technical innovations to ensure effective regulation. Overall, while digitalization in health presents opportunities, it also requires proactive management of potential risks and societal impacts.
What does a former coffee-maker-turned-AI say about AI policy on the verge of the 2020s?
Artificial Intelligence, Ethics, Gender rights online BlogsA former coffee-maker-turned-AI named 'whalo' raises questions about AI policy on the verge of the 2020s, exploring the origins of machine learning systems and their implications for the social contract. As debates continue on the future of AI, 'whalo' challenges anthropomorphism in AI representation and highlights the complexities of human-technology interactions. This experiment offers insights into the limitations and potentials of neural networks in generating coherent content, emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding of AI in shaping digital policy discussions moving forward.
Online meetings: Reducing carbon and increasing participation
Digital diplomacy, E-tools, Future of meetings BlogsOnline meetings are an effective way to reduce carbon emissions and promote global participation. Governments and organizations are recognizing the environmental benefits and inclusivity of virtual meetings. Diplo has significantly reduced CO2 emissions by hosting online events, demonstrating that online participation is essential for sustainability. The Geneva Engage Award will acknowledge achievements in online participation, emphasizing the importance of digital engagement in international cooperation.
20 Keywords for the Digital 2020s: A Digital Policy Prediction Dictionary
Artificial Intelligence, Gender rights online, Internet governance and digital policy BlogsA forward-looking glossary for the next decade, highlighting terms that will shape discussions on digital policy, technology governance, and the evolving digital landscape.
Top digital policy developments in 2019: A year in review
Artificial Intelligence, Gender rights online, Internet governance and digital policy BlogsThe top digital policy developments of 2019 include increased focus on issues like online misinformation, surveillance technologies, Internet shutdowns, and digital taxation. Antitrust investigations against tech giants, concerns over online rental business models, and regulatory concerns surrounding Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency are also highlighted. Various initiatives and regulations were introduced to address these digital challenges globally, emphasizing the need for balancing technological advancements with privacy, competition, and consumer rights.
2020: The year of online participation
Digital diplomacy, Diplomacy courses and workshops, Diplomatic theory and practice, E-tools, Gender rights online, Internet governance and digital policy, Online education, Telecommunications infrastructure BlogsIn 2020, online participation takes the spotlight, with a focus on reducing carbon footprints and increasing global engagement through digital tools and platforms. Organizations like DiploFoundation have seen a significant growth in online audiences, emphasizing the importance of including remote participants in discussions on digital policy. The trend towards online observation over participation is noted, alongside the need for persistent efforts to integrate online participation effectively without compromising the quality of in-person interactions. The shift towards remote work brings both visible and subtle changes, underlining the necessity of adapting to a more inclusive and connected approach in global policy processes.
Regulating the Magic of Technology in the 2020s?
Artificial Intelligence, Diplomatic theory and practice, Gender rights online, Internet governance and digital policy BlogsWe discuss the challenges of governing emerging technologies, emphasizing the need for innovative regulatory approaches that balance technological advancement with ethical considerations and societal welfare.
[WebDebate #33 summary] The diplomacy of natural resources in the Middle East
Capacity development, Conflict resolution & Mediation, Diplomatic theory and practice BlogsThe WebDebate focused on water scarcity in the Middle East and highlighted the challenges of political instability and conflict due to unsustainable water management. The importance of regional cooperation, technological solutions like desalination, and building trust were emphasized to ensure water security. Co-operation around water resources was seen as a pathway towards peace, similar to the European Union's development from resource sharing. The discussion concluded with an urgency for a shift towards cooperation over competition to address water conflicts effectively.
Will algorithms make safe decisions in foreign affairs?
Artificial Intelligence, Digital diplomacy, Diplomatic theory and practice, Foreign policy, Gender rights online, Politics and governance, Telecommunications infrastructure BlogsAlgorithms are being integrated into foreign affairs decision-making, with China using them for investment projects and diplomatic suggestions. Additionally, Israeli diplomat Elad Ratson has introduced algorithmic diplomacy. Machines offer unbiased analysis and predict international events, but concerns exist over potential biases, errors, and the transfer of human responsibility. The risk of an arms race in algorithmic technology and the need for clear accountability are highlighted. The potential for machines to outstrip human decision-making abilities, the necessity for explainability, and the need for global agreements to manage these emerging technologies are emphasized.
Private technology companies and the mediation of armed conflict
Conflict resolution & Mediation BlogsThe research focuses on the intersection of private technology companies and armed conflict mediation, highlighting the importance of understanding the role of technology in peace mediation. It emphasizes the need for private sector engagement, different levels of collaboration with technology companies, and the application of digital tools in conflict analysis, inclusion, digital negotiations, and public information. The project provides valuable lessons for conflict analysis, inclusion, digital negotiations, and public information and communication in the context of peace mediation.
