Diplo Blog
Chatting with Perplexity, AI assistant: A non-traditional but genuine interview
07 May 2024
Foreword I have just had a unique and highly interesting experience. Instead of asking other people about artificial intelligence, I asked for an interview with a “representative” of Artificial Intelligence (AI) itself: Perplexity. The conversation was particularly useful. At least, for me. In the eyes of Perplexity, I was just a faceless and nameless user. […]
Reducing terminological confusion: Is it digital or internet governance?
05 May 2024
The blog discusses the importance of distinguishing between digital and internet governance. It emphasizes the need for precision in terminology to accurately describe online activities and the governance required. While the terms are often used interchangeably, they highlight the specificities of each term and the implications of their usage in discussions around governance. The text advocates for a clear understanding of the nuances between digital and internet governance to enhance communication and decision-making in this realm.
Video games for diplomats?
04 May 2024
Could video games improve how diplomats learn? And how do they enhance skills in decision-making, problem-solving, and strategic thinking? Aldo Matteucci analyses.
São Paulo Multistakeholder Guidelines: A breath of fresh air into digital governance debates
On April 29 and 30 April, NETMundial+10 met in São Paulo on its 10th anniversary. Back in 2014, NETMundial gathered at the critical moment of ICANN’s transition from US government guardianship to multistakeholder one, which happened in September 2015. Somehow, there is a temporal parallel. This year, NETMundial met as diplomats, tech people, and civil […]
The winding road to understanding soft power
22 April 2024
The post examines how shared beliefs and experiences shape society, alongside the continuous evolution of our social structures.
Diplomacy: The art of the impossible
17 April 2024
'Out of a hundred good solutions, only one is implementable.' Diplomacy is more than just foreign policy implementation – it's about addressing conflicts and finding solutions within historical contexts.
How does identity impact segregation?
10 April 2024
How does identity impact segregation, and how do fractals come into play? Join the discussion to uncover the complex interplay shaping our cities.
Reaffirming the foundations of diplomacy: The brighter side of the Mexican embassy incident
08 April 2024
The blog discusses the breach of diplomatic premises at the Mexican Embassy in Quito involving the protection of Jorge Glas, former vice president of Ecuador. This incident challenges the long-standing tradition of diplomatic immunity and diplomatic asylum in Latin America. The unified response of Latin American countries, led by condemnation and legal action by Mexico, is seen as a positive step towards upholding respect for international law and diplomacy. The situation highlights the importance of preserving diplomatic norms and the tradition of protecting messengers in the face of evolving challenges to diplomatic relations.
How do problem-solving and rules impact decision-making?
03 April 2024
How do rules and problem-solving impact our choices? In this post, Aldo Matteucci explores how our decisions are influenced by intuition, creative thinking, and the unwritten laws of social conduct.
Tribute to Frans de Waal: Can primates teach us how to stop the wars in Gaza and Ukraine?
02 April 2024
This is a tribute to Frans de Waal, renowned primatologists. He scientifically demonstrated that primates have emotions, a sense of fairness, and the ability to resolve conflicts peacefully.
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