Vulnerabilities in digital products: How can humans decrease risks for humans?
Events Webinars EventsA webinar discusses digital product vulnerabilities and supply chain security, exploring the responsibility of various stakeholders like vendors, manufacturers, regulators, and users in minimizing risks. Initiatives like the Cyber Resilience Act and the National Cybersecurity Strategy are reviewed. The Geneva Dialogue aims to understand the roles of different actors in promoting security in cyberspace.
Language during COVID-19: UK case study
Diplo Wisdom Circle COVID-19 diplomacy, Diplomatic theory and practice, Language (and) diplomacy, Rhetoric BlogsLanguage has rapidly evolved during the COVID-19 crisis in the UK, evident in the creation of new terms, redefinition of existing words, and the use of metaphors. Tricolons are employed for rhetorical impact, emphasizing messages like 'Stay at home. Protect the . Save lives.' Framing through metonymy is used to mobilize the population positively, focusing on protecting the National Health Service, and preventing deaths. While this linguistic shift may be seen as a form of positive spinning, it also serves as a distraction from the harsh realities of the pandemic, encouraging constructive actions and support.
Scientists call for global consensus on governing Earth’s orbit
Space diplomacy Space diplomacy UpdatesAn international group of scientists is urging for a global agreement to govern Earth's orbit due to the increasing number of satellites, which may reach over 60,000 by 2030. They emphasize the need for shared responsibilities among satellite producers and users, including measures from launch to disposal, and highlight the importance of considering commercial costs to promote accountability. Without immediate action, Earth's orbit could face environmental damage similar to that of the unregulated High Seas.
Two kinds of conversation: Dialectic and dialogic
Diplo Wisdom Circle, Revisit Diplomatic theory and practice, Negotiations BlogsThe text discusses two kinds of conversation: dialectic, aiming for a synthesis through common ground, and dialogic, seeking reciprocal understanding without resolution. It critiques the Western fixation on 'truth' in conversations as leading to conformity. The text advocates for a diverse acceptance of multiple truths and emphasizes the importance of conversation for societal coexistence. It warns against the reductive nature of verbal jousts and the elitism it fosters. Finally, the text suggests that while dialectic conversation is the ideal, dialogic conversation is more common due to the complexities of truth and human understanding.
Origins of Zero: A fascinating story of science and spirituality across civilisations
AI & philosophy Digital diplomacy, History of diplomacy, Science diplomacyWe trace the journey of the concept of zero from ancient civilizations to its crucial role in modern science and technology, emphasizing its profound impact on human thought and progress.
US Space Command publishes tenets of responsible behaviour in space
Space diplomacy Space diplomacy UpdatesUS Space Command's tenets of responsible behavior in space call for operations to be carried out considerately and professionally, limiting debris, interference, ensuring safe trajectories, and enhancing communication for domain safety. The guidelines align efforts with long-term sustainability practices, emphasizing commitment to avoiding destructive actions like antisatellite missile tests.
How can ChatGPT help us rethink education?
AI & linguistics, humAInism Artificial Intelligence, PedagogyThe fast growth of AI and the recent use of ChatGPT highlighted the deep crisis of modern education. While mostly focusing on credits and numbers, education has been losing sight of critical and creative thinking for decades - the only ‘human refuge" in future competition with AI. Now is the time to adapt pedagogy to the new era of our interactions with AI.
Dive deep into protecting submarine cables: How to make the internet safer?
Critical infrastructure, Cybersecurity Critical infrastructure, Critical internet resources, CybersecurityWe explore the critical importance of safeguarding undersea cable infrastructure, highlighting the technological, environmental, and geopolitical challenges involved in ensuring global connectivity remains uninterrupted.
Bridging the Cybersecurity Skills Gap
Cybersecurity CybersecurityAn upcoming CyberTalk event, "Bridging the Cybersecurity Skills Gap," will feature a panel discussion with industry experts, lightning talks by practitioners and students, and a focus on developing and retaining a skilled cybersecurity workforce. The event, organized by The World Bank, aims to address the demand for cybersecurity professionals in government and industry. Scheduled for February 16th, the discussion will include Vladimir Radunović, Director of Cybersecurity and E-diplomacy at Diplo. For registration and more details, visit the official event web page.
Who is selling data about researchers and why?
Alumni, Diplo Wisdom CircleMajor academic publishers have transitioned to data analytics and brokering, tracking researchers' personal and behavioral data without their full knowledge. Tracking tools range from JavaScript code to browser fingerprinting, with platforms like Elsevier even installing spyware on university networks. The collected data is used for profit and potentially shared with advertisers, security organizations, and law enforcement. Researchers' decisions and reputations could be influenced by data obtained without proper consent. Advocates advise researchers to stay informed, request information, file complaints, and seek legal remedies to protect their data privacy. Concerns about data tracking in academia violating privacy rights and academic freedom are highlighted, urging for action to prevent further infringement.
