Transatlantische Herausforderungen beim Thema Desinformation
24. Januar 18:00 Uhr – 20:30 Uhr
Information Integrity at Risk: AI’s Role in Shaping Democracy in Germany and the US
The growing spread of false information poses a significant challenge to democracies – in Germany and the United States alike. As digital platforms shape public discourse, the proliferation of misleading content can undermine trust in democratic institutions and media alike.
Join us on the 24th of January from 6pm – 8.30pm as we delve into the critical intersection of information integrity and artificial intelligence. In a thought-provoking discussion featuring experts from politics, civil society, and academia, we will examine the risks that AI-driven disinformation poses to democracies and explore collaborative solutions to safeguard democratic values. We are excited to welcome Dr. Heather Ashby, Tobias Bacherle, MdB, and Dr. Jonas Fegert to the panel, moderated by Carolin Lindekamp (CORRECTIV).
Dr. Heather Ashby will set the stage with her Keynote. She is an independent researcher and consultant in the field of national security and technology. Dr. Ashby brings extensive experience in analyzing information integrity and the impacts of artificial intelligence on democratic processes.
After the Keynote Speech, the Panel Discussion: “Information Integrity at Risk: AI’s Role in Shaping Democracy in Germany and the US” follows. The panel will discuss strategies to address this global challenge, focusing on the transatlantic context. Panelists include: Dr. Heather Ashby, Tobias Bacherle, MdB, and Dr. Jonas Fegert.
The evening comes to an end after an Audience Q&A and a Closing Reception with drinks.
This event is organized by FZI Forschungszentrum Informatik in cooperation with the U.S. Consulate General Frankfurt, the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology’s MuT, and TRIANGEL.
The event will be held in English.
Please RSVP by writing to goulandris@fzi.de.
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Dr. Heather Ashby is a globally recognized expert working at the intersection of national security and technology. She previously served as the Associate Director of the United States Institute of Peace’s program on disruptive technologies and artificial intelligence. Her research focuses on influence operations, digital safety, and the impacts of AI on democratic systems. Dr. Ashby is a non-resident fellow with the University of South Florida’s Global and National Security Institute. She holds a PhD in history from the University of Southern California.