"This open access book contributes to the discourse of Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) from an African perspective. It is a unique collection that brings together prominent AI scholars to discuss AI ethics from theoretical and practical African perspectives and makes a case for African valu
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es, interests, expectations and principles to underpin the design, development and deployment (DDD) of AI in Africa. The book is a first in that it pays attention to the socio-cultural contexts of Responsible AI that is sensitive to African cultures and societies. It makes an important contribution to the global AI ethics discourse that often neglects AI narratives from Africa despite growing evidence of DDD in many domains. Nine original contributions provide useful insights to advance the understanding and implementation of Responsible AI in Africa, including discussions on epistemic injustice of global AI ethics, opportunities and challenges, an examination of AI co-bots and chatbots in an African work space, gender and AI, a consideration of African philosophies such as Ubuntu in the application of AI, African AI policy, and a look towards a future of Responsible AI in Africa." (Publisher description)
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"This open access collection of AI ethics case studies is the first book to present real-life case studies combined with commentaries and strategies for overcoming ethical challenges. Case studies are one of the best ways to learn about ethical dilemmas and to achieve insights into various complexit
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ies and stakeholder perspectives." (Publisher description)
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"This open access book aims to give our readers a basic outline of today's research and technology developments on artificial intelligence (AI), help them to have a general understanding of this trend, and familiarize them with the current research hotspots, as well as part of the fundamental and co
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mmon theories and methodologies that are widely accepted in AI research and application. This book is written in comprehensible and plain language, featuring clearly explained theories and concepts and extensive analysis and examples. Some of the traditional findings are skipped in narration on the premise of a relatively comprehensive introduction to the evolution of artificial intelligence technology. The book provides a detailed elaboration of the basic concepts of AI, machine learning, as well as other relevant topics, including deep learning, deep learning framework, Huawei MindSpore AI development framework, Huawei Atlas computing platform, Huawei AI open platform for smart terminals, and Huawei CLOUD Enterprise Intelligence application platform." (Publisher description)
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"The study highlights that generative AI like ChatGPT operates on a limited and non-representative African corpus, making it selective on what is considered civil and uncivil language, thus limiting its effectiveness in the region. However, the study also suggests that in the absence of representati
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ve corpora, generative AI tools like ChatGPT present an opportunity for effective journalism practice in that journalists cannot completely rely on the tools. Practical implications: The study emphasizes the need for human agencies to provide relevant information to the tool, thus contributing to a global database, and to consider diverse data sources when designing AI tools to minimize biases and stereotypes." (Abstract)
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"[...] la présente note d’orientation expose les principes potentiels d’un code de conduite qui aidera à guider les États Membres, les plateformes numériques et les autres parties prenantes dans les efforts qu’ils déploient pour rendre l’espace numérique plus inclusif et plus sûr pour
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tous et toutes, tout en défendant vigoureusement le droit à la liberté d’opinion et d’expression ainsi que le droit d’accès à l’information. Le code de conduite portant sur l’intégrité de l’information diffusée sur les plateformes numériques est en cours d’élaboration dans le cadre des préparatifs du Sommet de l’avenir. J’espère qu’il servira de guide dans la formulation de mesures de renforcement de l’intégrité de l’information. Les plateformes numériques sont des outils essentiels qui ont transformé les interactions sociales, culturelles et politiques partout dans le monde, en mettant en relation des citoyens préoccupés par des questions importantes. Grâce à elles, les Nations Unies informent le public et dialoguent directement avec les personnes qui oeuvrent en faveur de la paix, de la dignité et de l’égalité sur une planète saine. Ces plateformes ont donné de l’espoir aux peuples pendant les périodes de crise et de lutte, elles ont amplifié des voix qui n’étaient pas entendues auparavant et fait naître des mouvements mondiaux." (Objet de la présente note, page 2)
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"The emergence of artificial intelligence has triggered enthusiasm and promise of boundless opportunities as much as uncertainty about its limits. The contributions to this volume explore the limits of AI, describe the necessary conditions for its functionality, reveal its attendant technical and so
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cial problems, and present some existing and potential solutions. At the same time, the contributors highlight the societal and attending economic hopes and fears, utopias and dystopias that are associated with the current and future development of artificial intelligence." (Publisher description)
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"This handbook is divided into three main sections: Fact-Checking, Digital Security, and Data Journalism. Each section contains a series of chapters that cover essential topics, providing you with a holistic understanding of these subjects. Let's take a brief look at what each section entails. In th
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e Fact-Checking section, we will explore the fundamentals of fact-checking, including the identification and debunking of false information. We will delve into the importance of verification and provide you with practical techniques to verify images and videos. Additionally, we will discuss transparency in media and the vital role it plays in fostering trust and credibility. The Digital Security section focuses on safeguarding digital information and protecting against cyber-attacks. We will examine various types of cyber threats and discuss the importance of digital security in the context of journalism. You will learn valuable tips and tools to enhance your digital security and reduce risks in an increasingly interconnected world. The Data Journalism section introduces the world of data and its application in journalism. You will learn how to find and analyse data, as well as how to create compelling data-driven stories. We will explore data visualisation techniques and discuss the role of social media in engaging with audiences. Throughout this handbook, you will encounter readings, notes, self-tests, and activities designed to enhance your learning experience. We encourage you to engage actively with the material, complete the suggested activities, and seek further clarification if needed." (Preamble, page 6)
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"This Agenda explores how digital technologies are already being used to accelerate progress toward the SDGs, and how inclusive digital transformation can be scaled further. The Agenda also showcases 34 digital solutions, two for each SDG, highlighting the power and potential of digital. The solutio
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ns represent a range of different products and stakeholders; for example, some are open-source and supported by non-profit organizations or public sector institutions, while others are proprietary solutions developed by companies or entrepreneurs. However, they are all grounded in their positive impacts in achieving SDG targets – and their potential for scalability, replicability, and global relevance. These solutions chosen offer a snapshot of the scale, breadth, and possibilities of digital transformation for countries around the world. Although diverse in implementation – from foundational digital payment initiatives, to cutting-edge supply chain traceability tools and datadriven platforms – altogether, they highlight key priorities and principles to ensure that digital can support the SDGs. Each solution reaffirms the importance of designing based on needs and realities, and the essential components of collaboration and co-design that need to guide the development of any digital initiative. This range of solutions also highlights the appropriate use of technology, and the importance of grounding technologies in a people-centred, inclusive, and safe-andsecure approach." (Executive summary, page 5)
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"Surveillance infrastructure in China monitors and enables authorities to react to potential risky, miscreant or criminal behaviour. What type of behaviours are perceived to be so, is determined in large part by ideology. Therefore, surveillance infrastructure relies on the machinery of ideology to
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define the boundaries of its use. In this paper, we outline six key ideological concepts relating to governance in Xi Jinping’s China that have helped to expand the boundaries of surveillance. We identify terms embedded in promotional material of Hikvision and other surveillance technology firms as a springboard for conceptual discussion. The aim is to survey the ideological lexicon of concepts that position surveillance within the Party-state’s broad capacity-building ambitions for governance in Xi’s China. This positioning amplifies the political responsibility of state, social and market actors to work together to broaden surveillance activities for ‘society-building’ purposes, and ultimately for the realisation of Xi Jinping’s goal of National Rejuvenation." (Abstract)
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"Welche Strategien führen zu mehr IT-Sicherheit? Welche Reformen sind notwendig, um die deutsche Cybersicherheitsarchitektur zu stärken? Und wie soll auf den IT-Fachkräftemangel reagiert werden? Bei der Beantwortung dieser Fragen sind sich die Bundesregierung und Vertreterinnen und Vertreter aus
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Wissenschaft und Zivilgesellschaft nicht immer einig." (Verlagsbeschreibung)
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"Open source software (OSS) is the backbone and driver of digitization across sectors worldwide. This makes OSS a cornerstone of every society and economy, including the core of national security concerns. Therefore, governments have a vested interest in OSS security. At the same time, governments,
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as large users of OSS, bear some of the responsibility for supporting the OSS ecosystem. To assume responsibility, governments must understand the existing OSS communities and the culture surrounding OSS. Governments will be able to effectively foster OSS security only if they work with the ecosystem stakeholders. Doing so requires governments to adhere to guidelines such as respect, cooperation, collaboration and sincerity. In addition, governments must identify their own role(s) in consultation with the OSS ecosystem. Governments can serve as internal coordinators, role models, supporters and regulators. The role of internal coordinator requires governments to be more transparent and systematic in their own use of OSS. In particular, they should take stock of what is being used, where exactly the components are being used and how they are used. As role models, governments engage with OSS, adhering to best practices in the ecosystem and encouraging other governments and stakeholders to do so. As supporters, governments actively engage with the OSS ecosystem, mobilizing and channeling resources into it through various means. Governments use their regulatory powers to create a legal framework that reflects the characteristics of the OSS ecosystem. They can mix and match from different roles and shift between them as they gain more experience, trust and credibility in the OSS ecosystem." (Executive summary)
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"The first State of the Digital Decade report takes stock of the EU’s progress towards a successful digital transformation for people, businesses, and the environment as set out in the Decision establishing the Digital Decade Policy Programme 2030 (“the Digital Decade Decision”). It reviews di
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gital policy developments and describes how the EU is advancing towards the agreed targets and objectives, thus outlining where the EU stands at the outset of the implementation of the Digital Decade Policy Programme. The overall analysis of the EU’s progress against the Digital Decade objectives and targets is shown in Figure 1 and the country reports presented in an annex to this report provide a more detailed picture." (Introduction)
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