Science and Technology

AI Geopolitics Beyond the US-China Rivalry

The race for AI dominance is often framed as a US-China competition, but this overlooks the role of the Global South in AI geopolitics.

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Second and Third Order Effects of AI

When imagining the effects of AI, we look to a distant future, beyond first order impacts, to ensure these tools benefit all of humanity.

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Making the Most of the Global Digital Compact

Following adoption of the Global Digital Compact, I made remarks at an informal stakeholder consultation hosted by the United Nations.

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Public AI in Canada’s National AI Institutes: Furthering the Country’s Development of Public AI

Canada’s National AI Institutes are at the forefront of the country’s mission to translate research in AI into commercial applications.

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Our Primer on Responsible Data in Product Equity: Demographic Data Collection and Use in Product Development

Responsible data in Product Equity is possible. Our primer with planning resources, case studies, and current research explains how.

Strategic Reorientation on AI Competition with China

While the US and UK share some priorities and values, there are significant differences in their approaches to AI competition with China.

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Responsible Data Practices for Product Equity

Building equitable products requires balancing a deep understanding of the people using them with responsible data practices.

AI Futures Worth Building: A 2024 Retrospective from Our Emerging Tech Team

We help people “flex their hope muscles” by convening diverse networks and creating resources geared toward AI futures worth building.

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The First AI Elections: The Dog That Didn’t Bark? (Not Exactly)

Following the first AI elections, we look ahead to the next chapter of the influence of artificial intelligence tools on democracy.

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