Trust in the Network Society: A crisis of the digital age?

 

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Event summary.

The Digital Communication Network Global and the Portulans Institute invite you to an online discussion about the 2023 edition of the Network Readiness Index (NRI) focusing on the theme of trust in a networked society. This hybrid event will explore global issues and developments related to trust towards technology in the digital age. It will present examples and cases that highlight transformational technologies, regulations, and practices that could either support or undermine trust in the coming decade.

During the first part of the discussion, the Portulans Institute will present key findings and highlights from the Network Readiness Index 2023. During the second part, speakers will open the discussion to explore questions such as emerging technologies, the AI landscape, misinformation, and information literacy. 

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