Parallel sessions (panel) - Responsibility, security and governance

As AI becomes embedded in the infrastructure of civic life and the economy, questions of responsibility, security and governance resurface, striking at the heart of how democratic institutions function and safeguard the public interest. This panel brings together researchers working across public service media, cybersecurity, industrial strategy, and the law to examine the risks and responsibilities that emerge when democracies grow increasingly dependent on private technology firms.

From opaque AI systems that erode editorial independence and challenge individual autonomy, to the sovereignty risks of over-reliance on foreign AI stacks, the panellists will discuss how AI governance and democratic governance connect.

Moderators: Gavin Leuzzi 

Contributors:

• Dr. Bronwyn Jones

• Dr. Claudia González-Márquez 

• Dr. Darcy Luke

• Dr. Marc Juarez Miro

The session will comprise short thought-provocations from our experts as part of a panel discussion that will aim to:

• showcase University of Edinburgh expertise in data, digital and AI

• highlight opportunities and barriers to responsible implementation of AI and its bearings on democratic health

• inspire engagement and collaboration around opportunities and challenges

Attendees will be invited to contribute their questions, insights and ideas during time for questions and answers.