German-Israeli Dialogue

2021 has seen new momentum in the global debate on cyber norms. Germany figures among the avid supporters of cyber norms. Yet, does the German government practice what it preaches? 

This backgrounder explores AI's impact on democracy, focusing on three areas: its influence on the public sphere, its role in election campaigns, and the accountability of automated decision systems in public services.

Online activity and abundant free information often overshadow challenges in markets and information niches lacking sustainable business models. This explainer discusses why information markets fail and how to fix them.

The following text examines the political debate on the topic of 5G in Germany and draws seven lessons for future debates on the reliability of technology providers for critical infrastructure.

A conversation with Noa Barak about disinformation and the role of fact-checkers in Israel. 

A conversation with Dr. Philipp Lorenz-Spreen about cognitive patterns, heuristics and the role of policymakers in designing healthy online choice environments. 

AI is growing fast with 'smart' machines and automated systems, but it faces a significant gender gap with few women in global AI and data roles. This Explainer highlights the need to close this gap.

Telework has many positive effects on society, employers, and employees. However, along with all its advantages, working from home also has problematic implications for workers’ rights.

What is Privacy by Design? How address the evolving challenges to privacy as a fundamental right in our increasingly digital and networked world, amidst growing concerns over data breaches and surveillance? What challenges does privacy face today?

Data stewardship describes a set of governance mechanisms that allow individuals and communities greater agency over their information. How can data stewardship models address questions of power imbalance in the data economy?