World Telecommunication and Information Society Day

  Independent, free and pluralistic media serve a critical role in informing the public on matters of public interest, fostering civic engagement and promoting accountability of those in power. Direct and indirect threats to media independence, freedom and diversity, and the decline of local and public interest journalism, however, can undermine these vital functions. Where professional standards are not rigorously maintained, news media can erode information integrity. Through ethical reporting and editorial practices and a commitment to transparency, bolstered by quality training and working conditions, journalists offer an indispensable service and can help restore balance in the face of risks to the integrity of the information ecosystem. Recommendations  News Media Independent, free and pluralistic media serve a critical role in informing the public on matters of public interest, fostering civic engagement and promoting accountability of those in power. Direct and indirec...

  AI RISKS Regulatory design challenges Opacity, Explainability, Interpretability Challenfe of tracking and monitoring decentralized AI Systems Inter-related risks from data and cybersecurity Inter-related risks from copyrights and IP Growing AI Divide Lack of effective enforcement Disproportionately large role of non-state actors Inclusivity Labour force displacement, income inequality Environmental Footprint of AI.