Defending democracy with clarity
In a joint submission, ECNL and The Good Lobby provide feedback on the European Commission’s Defence of Democracy package.
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Civil society calls on EU legislators to ensure the AI Act protects the rule of law
Over 60 CSOs call on European lawmakers to ensure that the AI Act is fully coherent with rule of law standards.
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From Estonia with Tech: Highlights from the OGP Global Summit
ECNL's digital technology session delved into the intricacies of public sector accountability in the age of AI.
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Human rights impact assessments are the key to effective DSA enforcement
New policy paper by ECNL and Access Now outlines key recommendations on how to make fundamental rights impact assessments meaningful under the EU's Digital Services Act.
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Council of Europe Conference of INGOs releases position on national security in global AI Convention
The statement outlines why it is not justifiable to introduce a blanket exemption for AI systems for national security.
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Empowering civil society voices: Leveraging the potential of participatory tools in the EU
Join the webinars on 26-27 September to influence ongoing research and discuss ways to strengthen civil society participation in the EU and its Member States.
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Potential loopholes in new European legislation mean intrusive AI technologies could be used whenever “national security” grounds are invoked
Blog by ECNL and Stop Killer Robots on the civic space consequences of excluding AI systems for military and national security purposes from the scope of the EU AI Act and the COE Framework Convention.
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Partner organisation shares their experience of Global Counter-terrorism and Tech Workshop
Read BCSDN'S write up of the most recent Global CFT Expert Hub event hosted by ECNL.
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UN HRC resolutions offer crucial safeguards for civil society in AI-driven digital age
Analysis of two updated Human Rights Council Resolutions shows focus on impact of new tech and AI on human rights and fundamental freedoms.
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