Policy Meets Tech: Internet infrastructure, standards, and protocols
Capacity development, Critical infrastructure EventsDiplo's Policy Meets Tech series discusses internet infrastructure, standards, and protocols, including topics like internet protocols, domain name systems, Wi-Fi standards, and data as a currency. The aim is to help diplomats in Geneva understand digital technologies and their policy implications effectively.
Why do people believe their own nonsense?
Revisit BlogsExplore the fascinating interplay of philosophy, translation, and cultural understanding. From Socrates' wisdom to translating Chinese thought, we look at how words shape our perceptions.
IGF 2023: Grasping AI while walking in the steps of Kyoto philosophers
AI & philosophy, humAInism Artificial Intelligence BlogsRead more on relevance of Kyoto Philosophy School for AI governance. Nishodo Kitara's wisdom helps envision an AI future as an extension of our quest for meaning.
Twitter and diplomacy: A tool or just trouble?
Revisit Media, Social mediaThe future of X's diplomatic role might be hidden in Aldo Matteucci's 2012 dissection of Twitter and diplomacy.
Prediction Machines in International Organisations: A 3-Pathway Transition
humAInism Artificial IntelligenceThe text discusses the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in international organizations, emphasizing a 3-pathway transition: 1) influencing issue domains, 2) changing internal processes, and 3) altering organizational outputs. It highlights the importance of incorporating AI into daily tasks, such as predictions, to enhance decision-making processes rather than replace humans. The transition involves external collaborations and internal capacity-building to effectively integrate AI tools. Overall, the focus is on navigating the organizational shift brought by AI to leverage its potential and adapt to technological advancements.
Do nations coalesce into states under internal or external influences?
RevisitExplore the influence of powerful neighbours on nation and state development. Diplo Senior Fellow Aldo Matteucci uncovers Rome's impact on neighbouring Germanic tribes and China's influence on northern nomads.
Diplomatic and AI hallucinations: How can thinking outside the box help solve global problems?
AI & philosophy, AI Technology, humAInism AI diplomacy, Artificial Intelligence, Digital diplomacyWe examine the use of AI "hallucinations" in diplomacy, showing how AI analysis of UN speeches can reveal unique insights. It argues that the unexpected outputs of AI could lead to new ways of solving global issues, promoting the idea of creatively utilizing AI's quirks for innovative problem-solving
Zheng He (1371–1433): China’s masterful mariner and diplomat
Diplo Wisdom Circle, Revisit History of diplomacy, Types of diplomacyAdmiral Zheng He's fleet of 250 ships left an enduring mark on China's trade, diplomacy, and wealth. Uncover the secrets of this 14th-century genius.
AI & Diplomacy webinar for Portuguese Diplomatic Institute
Faculty, IFDT Webinars Artificial IntelligenceJovan Kurbalija from DiploFoundation conducted a master class on AI and diplomacy for 80 Portuguese diplomats. The session covered AI's influence on global geopolitics, emerging negotiation topics, and tools diplomats utilize. The class sparked engaging discussions and provided insights on adapting diplomacy to new technology and digital challenges.
UN 2.0 | Our Common Agenda | Policy Brief 11
Building on major structural reforms since 2017, UN 2.0 encapsulates the Secretary-General’s vision of a modern United Nations system, rejuvenated by a forward-thinking culture, and empowered by cutting-edge skills fit for the twenty-first century.
