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Internet and Society Fellowship 2026
The Humboldt Institute for Internet and Society is opening its doors to new fellows in the research focus are Democratic Change and Knowledge.
New Public Interest AI Network
The HIIG and FARI Institute officially launched a new international network to promote research and exchange on AI in the public interest.
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From 2028, AI will change 150.000 jobs every day
In Handelsblatt, Fabian Stephany assesses new figures on the future of work.
GEMA vs. ChatGPT
On MDR KULTUR, Matthias C. Kettemann explained what consequences the ruling could have for other creative professionals like writers.
Code of Conduct for Content Moderation
Ten new codes for fair, transparent and comprehensible moderation processes on digital platforms and large online services.
Social media: Could voluntary self-commitment help to combat fake news?
Matthias C. Kettemann explains our code of conduct for content moderation on Deutschlandfunk Kultur.
Digital Salon: Watt kinda prompt is that?
We discussed the environmental and financial costs of our daily chatbot use with several leading experts in the field.
Online course: Social polarisation and what to do about it
Why do societies drift apart and how can this be dealt with in practice?
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