Public Authorities: What Role in the AI Act? (AUTH)
The EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) covers a broad range of actors, including providers and deployers of AI systems, as well as importers and distributors. The subject of this post is the obligations imposed on public authorities. Public authorities and entities acting on their behalf are not exempted from any of the obligations of […]
Decentralized Data Governance, Provenance and Reliability V2 (UBI)
The second iteration of the Decentralized Data Governance (DDG) model for AI4Gov project is advancing decentralized data governance, emphasizing transparency, data provenance and reliability while adhering to GDPR guidelines. The iteration of the DDG model focuses on two major items. Firstly, it finalizes the architecture and prototypes that enable fully transparent data governance, along with […]
How can traditional biases impact the rights and values of vulnerable citizens? Insights from the AI4Gov study (VIL)
AI and automated processes have been embedded in our every-day life and often we fail to realise the social impact they can have, positive or negative. Many times, these tools can lead to discrimination towards certain citizen groups and create fractions. On the other hand, non-AI tools and processes, also pose challenges especially to underrepresented […]
Tackling the importance of informal learning and open education in AI4Gov project (JSI)
In our ever-evolving digital world, traditional education often finds itself lagging behind the rapid advancements in technology. As a result, the demand for accessible and adaptable learning avenues becomes increasingly evident. Informal learning and open education offer a dynamic solution to skill development challenges. The project AI4Gov recognizes the importance of open education and we […]
Unleashing the potential of AI: EU AI Act and its policy implications (SIE)
As part of its digital strategy, in April 2021, the European Commission proposed the first regulatory framework for artificial intelligence (AI). Following extensive deliberations, the European Parliament and the Council reached a provisional agreement regarding the first EU regulation on artificial intelligence, officially known as EU AI Act which has been formally adopted on 13th […]
WOULD YOU TRUST A LARGE LANGUAGE MODEL TO HELP EXPLAIN INSTITUTIONAL PROCESSES? (IBM)
You are surprised to see that your tax refund application is being stuck “in review” for nearly a month, while your father-in-law received his refund within two weeks after his submission. An option to chat with a government representative could potentially address the delay by identifying any minor issues or missing documents. However, is it […]
Holistic Regulatory Framework: AI4Gov’s tool for ethical and democratic AI (VIL)
Trust. A complex concept that affects all human relationships. But what happens when you have to trust an AI tool? Who makes the rules and how can these rules ensure that the tool will respect your (human) rights and avoid biases? That said, to develop a responsible and ethical AI tool, it is vital to […]
Leveraging Self-Sovereign Identity and European Blockchain Services Infrastructure for Transparency in AI (UBI)
As blockchain technology finds applications in use cases involving Self-Sovereign Identities (SSI), citizens and public organisations can establish trust in a transparent and direct way without the need for intermediaries. This direct channel of verifying identity and transparency can also extend to use cases involving AI. In the era of generative AI, it is important […]
AI4Gov – Fostering Democratic Values through the utilization of AI and Blockchain (UPRC)
The great expansion in the utilization of emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain has a two-fold interpretation. While promoting socio-economic advantages and delivering essential competitive benefits to both private and public organizations, they also simultaneously elevate the potential risks and adverse repercussions for individuals and society. AI4Gov project seeks to explore the potential of […]
