The governance and ethics of digital data and AI

The governance and ethics of digital data and AI

The Bigger Picture webinar 1

By European Forest Institute

Date and time

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:00 - 02:00 PDT

Location

Online

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour

Webinar 1 - The governance and ethics of digital data and AI
on 25 June 2025 at 10-11 CET

In this presentation, Prof Barbara Prainsack will introduce the concept of data solidarity as both a normative principle and a practical framework for governing digital technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI). AI systems depend heavily on data. However, how this data is collected, shared, and governed significantly impacts whether these systems uphold or undermine democratic values. She will argue that integrating solidarity into data practices — by promoting inclusivity, transparency, and shared responsibility — is crucial for addressing power imbalances and ensuring that AI contributes to social justice, democratic participation, and the common good.

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The Bigger Picture – webinar series


The Bigger Picture event series aims to explore key research and policy issues. Renowned scientists and experts across various fields will deliver concise and insightful talks on topics driving global change, such as globalization, geopolitical shifts, demographics, health, urbanization, digital advancements, misinformation, and democracy. These talks will broaden participants' perspectives and provide a unique opportunity to engage directly with experts not typically accessible.

The webinars last for one hour, with a keynote followed by moderated Q&A. This is live stream only, with no recording.

Organised by

The European Forest Institute (EFI) is an international organisation, established by European States. EFI conducts research and provides policy support on forest-related issues, connecting knowledge to action.

EFI has 30 Member Countries, and c. 130 member organizations from 42 different countries working in diverse research fields. The headquarters of the Institute are in Joensuu, Finland, and its other main offices are in Barcelona, Bonn and Brussels.

FreeJun 25 · 01:00 PDT