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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How are the AfD and BSW shaping the political climate in Thuringia and Saxony? In a podcast, Dr. Hagen Schölzel analyses the recent state elections and sheds light on the challenges of forming a government.
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How well do we understand the medium-term risks of artificial intelligence? In a guest article in the FAZ, Prof. Urs Gasser sheds light on why these are often overlooked and what serious costs we could face.
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How do we regain lost trust in democracy? Can artificial intelligence help? Prof. Simon Hegelich takes a critical stance in an Arte report and underlines the importance of human decision-making processes for our society.
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The HfP administration is seizing the opportunity of digital transformation, teaming up with byte Digitalschmiede for a new project. The goal: enhancing services while easing the workload for employees.
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Can media leave a lasting imprint on a nation's path to peace? A new study reveals how exposure to anti-government radio can shape attitudes towards peace and institutions in post-conflict societies, even years after broadcasts have ended.
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How much longer can we postpone the search for a nuclear repository? The delays pose a threat to our security and democracy. Prof Miranda Schreurs therefore urges us to hurry and calls for solutions to be discussed publicly.
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