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Read how we are currently addressing the ethical issues of digitalisation on a global scale.

EDIT-A-THON Intersectional AI Toolkit

Join us for an afternoon exploring and imagining intersectional possibilities for AI and more ethical, equitable technologies.

Cookies make you lose control

In August, we will talk about digital self-determination. The talk will be held in German.

Federal President Steinmeier visits via live online connection

On 24 June 2021, Federal President Steinmeier talked with the participants of the “Toward an African Narrative on Digital Sovereignty” research sprint about new solutions for Africa’s digital economy in order to realise the national and individual interests of the continent’s citizens.

Digitaler Salon: Plattformen im Konflikt

What responsibility does Facebook & Co. have when fake news and hate speech polarise society?

Why, AI?

Everyone talks about Artificial Intelligence (AI). But how does it change society?

Digital Urban Center for Aging and Health (DUCAH)

From 19 April, the DUCAH participants will explore problems in the interplay of digitisation, urbanisation and health.

Genia Kostka: Big data dreams and local reality in China

Are digital technologies tools for convenience or control? And how does it alter state-society relations in China?

Toward an African Narrative on Digital Sovereignty

Be part of our virtual research Sprint 2021 on the African Narrative on Digital Sovereignty! Application Deadline: Sunday, 23 May 2021.

Vom Fließband zur KI

Wie verändert sich unser Arbeitsalltag durch Künstliche Intelligenz? Livestream: 28. April | 19 Uhr.

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