Event description The recent conflict between Elon Musk and the Brazilian government has sparked heated debate on freedom of expression. Many commentators failed to reflect on a strategic reconfiguration of global power between governments and powerful tech companies. As these companies increasingly wield economic and social influence, rivalling that of nation-states, the implications for [...]
Diplo will participate at the 50th meeting of the IFDT (Bečići, Montenegro | 8-11 October 2024 ) Diplo will focus on impact on AI on diplomatic training. In the preparation of the IFDT, Diplo prepared AI Assistant based on the previous IFDT meetings
Event description Diplo Academy is excited to announce the start of four online courses on 14 October 2024: Cybersecurity Economic Diplomacy Science Diplomacy Sustainable Development Diplomacy For further information or to apply, please click on the course titles above or visit our Course Catalogue Subscribe to Diplo Academy Newsletter for updates on our [...]
After three years of negotiations, initiated by Russia in 2017, the UN Member States at the Ad Hoc Committee (AHC) adopted the draft of the first globally binding legal instrument on cybercrime. This convention will now be presented to the UN General Assembly for formal adoption later this year. The Chair emphasised that the [...]
Event description Time: 4:30pm – 6:00pm (EAT) Background and Rationale: In recent years, the adoption of digital technology in electoral processes has gained momentum across Africa. Countries have increasingly turned to digital solutions to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and credibility of elections. Technologies such as biometric voter registration, electronic voting, and digital platforms for [...]
Under the framework of the Digital Policy Leadership Program (DPLP), a joint initiative between Insper Brazil and the University of St. Gallen, a group of students will visit Diplo and meet with some of their experts. The group will discuss opportunities and challenges related to artificial intelligence policy, digital trade, and internet governance. They [...]
