In Bayern leben über 2700 Menschen, die vom Verfassungsschutz als Teil der rechten Szene verortet werden, 710 Personen gelten als Neonazis. Ein Forschungsverbund von 18 Wissenschaftlern aus Bayern wird dieses Feld in den kommenden vier Jahren beleuchten und Strategien zum Gegensteuern entwickeln.…
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We are thrilled to welcome our new Bachelor students in Politikwissenschaft and Master students in Politics and Technology to the HfP community!
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During the Summit of the Future in September, the UN member states will adopt the Global Digital Compact providing a framework for digital governance based on shared principles and priorities.
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Can digital giants be reined in without stifling innovation? A new study from the HfP explores ways for effective market regulation in dynamic markets, drawing on an old technique.
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It’s remarkably easy to use tools to alter your voice or replace a politician’s face with your own to deliver a quick televised speech. The truth can be distorted in an instant. How? Eric Mayer puts it to the test.
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How dangerous are Russia's disinformation campaigns really? Jan Zilinsky, PhD explains why they hardly influence the opinion of most people, but can still have a radicalising effect on a small minority.
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How to reform the distribution of seats in the Bundestag? A new study at the HfP shows: Not only is the political landscape divided, but so are the voters. Is effective communication the key to broad acceptance?
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Why is the search for a repository taking so long? Miranda Schreurs, co-chair of the National Citizens’ Oversight Committee, criticizes the ongoing delays and calls for more transparency. A new report predicts that the search will not end until 2074.
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How can we sensibly regulate artificial intelligence? At the newly founded AI Forum in Zurich, Prof. Urs Gasser spoke about the challenge that legislation often lags behind technological developments.
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