Throughout history, technological revolutions have shaped societies on a global scale, presenting both remarkable opportunities and unprecedented challenges. However, unlike in the past, where governments and public, private and civic sectors had ample time to adjust, the exponential pace of innovation today demands swift adaptation and decisive action to mitigate the risks that emerge within months or even weeks. The impact of inadequate responses and the failure to identify threats has been evident in the realm of social media, which has facilitated the proliferation of manipulation, hate speech, and propaganda, disrupting political landscapes and societal dynamics across nations.
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into our daily lives introduces a new realm of complexities and possibilities. Transatlantic democracies now face a critical juncture, where they must proactively harness the potential of AI for their advantage while safeguarding their systems and societies from foreign adversaries who seek to exploit vulnerabilities within democratic societies and structures and leveraging technology for digital authoritarianism. Furthermore, it is imperative that leaders in government and the private sector prevent AI from being weaponized to disseminate harmful content, eroding societal trust, and driving divisions and disengagement. This calls for the development of both trust in AI-based tools, products, and services and the essential skills to utilize, create, and innovate with integrity.
Goals
GLOBSEC, a leading think tank bridging the perspectives of democracies across the world, seeks to contribute practical solutions that position European democracies as global leaders in leveraging AI for societal benefit and the promotion of democratic values and principles by:
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Developing working mechanisms and ensure accountability for protection of the information spaces against misuses of AI for the spread of malicious content, propaganda and harmful disinformation.
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Ensuring that the quality AI systems are considered trustworthy by the citizens and policy-makers alike, especially across Europe.
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Fostering the integration of AI system into public sector, civil society while harnessing security, privacy and ethical concerns.
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Increasing public awareness of challenges and opportunities of AI.
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