Navigating Digital Societies: Shaping Safe Virtual Spaces
Navigating Digital Societies: Shaping Safe Virtual Spaces
Creating ecosystems that drive the responsible use of technology
In the relentless drive for efficiency and automation, the use of technology can bring on new challenges that confront both users and policy-makers. As no algorithm is perfect or unbiased, those creating, implementing and regulating the use of new technologies should take a balanced approach. The question is how to create digital transformation, ethically and safely, without losing sight of staying human-centric in the use of technology.
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On taking a human-centric approach in digital transformation
"The objective of any digital initiative should not fixate on the digital technology, but rather to focus on transformation that supports human wellbeing."
Mark Findlay
Professorial Research Fellow;
School of Law
Singapore Management University -
Navigating the contradictions of data sovereignty in the digital age
“The concept of data sovereignty has been dismissed by many as just an oxymoron, as data by its nature transcends borders, while sovereignty traditionally has been understood to be confined to within borders.”
Henry Gao
Professor of Law
Singapore Management University -
On moving towards fairer credit scoring practices
“By coupling digital self-determination with effective data governance, we stand a better chance at ensuring that technology is being used to optimise the human experience, while also correcting societal imbalances.”
Nydia Leon
Assistant Professor of Law;
Head of Industry Relations
Centre for AI and Data Governance (CAIDG)
Singapore Management University