Technology

After a breakaway part of Moldova appeals for Russian protection, evidence mounts that Moscow is stepping up interference in the eastern European state ahead of key elections.

Explaining the UN cybercrime treaty, its potential benefits and risks, key issues in the negotiations, and likely paths forward.

Explaining the power, benefits and risks of AI and the need for regulation.

The rise of flexible working patterns, and how digitalization and AI are shaping the future of work.

The Common Futures Conversations community share their policy proposals for how communities and governments can deliver responsible technology.

Exploring key questions around Putin issuing what was interpreted as a threat to use nuclear weapons against NATO countries if they interfere in Ukraine.

Over time it has become clear Russia is unwilling to settle its borders with Ukraine and acknowledge its territorial integrity as an independent state.

The Common Futures Conversations community share their priorities for rebuilding their communities in the wake of COVID-19.

Explaining what is meant by the metaverse, how the metaverse will be accessed, and why it requires ambitious, agile regulation.

Exploring key questions about chemical and biological weapons as, although large-scale use in Ukraine appears unlikely, concerns remain about targeted attacks.

What are the practical, legal and ethical implications of artificial intelligence (AI) and how can regulation help meet these challenges?

Experts explain how key sectors in Georgia can work together to counter disinformation tactics.

Dr Patricia Lewis, director of the International Security programme at Chatham House, explores the question of both biological and chemical weapons in Ukraine.

What are the most common forms of cyberattack, how are they used by criminal networks and governments, and how can countries and individuals protect themselves?

Short animation outlining the importance of cyber capacity-building in maintaining international peace and stability in cyberspace.

Kazakhstan is reeling from the aftershock of the largest and bloodiest unrest it has seen since independence. Without fundamental reform, protests will return.

The Common Futures Conversations community propose policies that could mitigate gender inequalities, not just in work but in wider society.

Examining the key questions around Russia’s strategy and military movements, and the likely developments in the next few weeks.

Short animation explaining the issues around the growing use of drones and what should be done to address them.

Short explainer outlining how to best support a media environment in Ukraine which is so complex, diverse, and competitive.

Russia shows readiness and an ability to move at speed when needed, but key to its strategy is retaining control of both military and diplomatic manoeuvres.

Short animation outlining why countries should strive for a greater acceptance and implementation of rules to ensure stability and security in cyberspace.

Digital cryptocurrencies are rising up the financial policy agenda as tech innovators seek to capitalize on their technological expertise and data from billions of users.

Cyberattacks on nuclear command, control, and communications, or even on other systems connected to nuclear assets, can dangerously escalate conflict.

Harriet Moynihan and Mathieu Boulegue explain how we can avoid drowning in an ocean of fake news and information manipulation.

Short animation exploring solutions to tackle the growing number of threats in cyberspace, and how to create an inclusive approach to cyber governance.

Artificial Intelligence is changing the world as we know it.

By examining political, economic, societal and technological factors - known as the PEST method - organizations can mitigate cyber threats against nuclear power plants.

Insights from the Common Futures Conversations Youth Survey

Angelos Chryssogelos outlines why social media platforms have the potential to change in bringing together users from different backgrounds and with different beliefs.

Relations between big tech, policymakers and the online accountability community have become hostile and politicized, degrading efforts to combat disinformation.

The Pulitzer-Prize winning author tells Ben Horton how super-rich autocrats cooperate in organized networks to subvert the liberal democratic order – and what the world must do to stop them.

Moscow’s agents are trying to destabilize Ukraine’s supporters – but while the Baltic states and Finland are boldly countering Russian espionage, others are more reticent, reports Helen Fitzwilliam.

As differences in political values and priorities intensify global cooperation on AI safety, scientist-led venues demonstrate their worth.

Increasing use of nuclear energy – due partly to innovations in reactor design – will make it more important than ever to protect civil nuclear facilities from cyberthreats, including by applying existing international law.

A principles-based approach to cyber capacity-building offers significant advantages for countries developing the essential capabilities to defend themselves against ever more sophisticated cyberattacks.

Regulation alone is struggling to keep pace with advances in AI. This collection of nine essays explores possible solutions for ensuring AI develops safely and responsibly.

Technologies developed by the private sector can exacerbate gendered cyber harms, but also have the potential to counter and mitigate them.

By identifying and understanding the connections between gendered cyber harms, states can take steps to better counter and mitigate these harms.

This paper provides a detailed analysis of how and when states can respond to violations of international law through the use of countermeasures, with a particular focus on the cyber context.

For the UK, backing the use of emerging technology for development goals should extend to support of local leadership and stewardship.

Whichever party wins the general election, limited resources will prevent an expansive foreign agenda. ‘Realistic ambition’ should be the guiding principle, with a focus on adapting to risks around the US and China, improving relations with the EU, and strengthening the UK’s role in international governance and development.

Not for the first time, a Western government agency suffered a major data breach where third-party contractors were exploited as a likely weak link.

After a breakaway part of Moldova appeals for Russian protection, evidence mounts that Moscow is stepping up interference in the eastern European state ahead of key elections.

The landmark AI legislation is the latest example of the EU’s role as a global digital rule-maker.

Leading African Union member states continue to delay ratification of the Malabo convention, limiting harmonized African policymaking on cybersecurity.

Dr Talita Dias explains the plea of necessity in international law and how it applies to cyberspace.

While the e-evidence framework is an important step, major differences with other parts of the world must be overcome to achieve real progress in the fight against cybercrime.

The UN may be about to make history in the realm of cybercrime. Why?

The interview served up Putin’s dense justifications for his war in Ukraine. It also displayed the common ground he shares with leading Trump supporters.

‘Conflict management’ and a complicit international community led to October 7. Only true compromise can lay the ground for a lasting peace, writes Yossi Mekelberg.

Striking a balance between the substantial benefits of an open internet and the push by governments to exercise power online is the main policy challenge for future platform regulation.

This paper assesses Russia’s cyber and information operations against Ukraine, considers why Ukrainian responses have often been so effective, and outlines potential lessons for other states.

Decades-old concerns are still not being adequately addressed.

In ‘Climate Capitalism’, Akshat Rathi’s enthusiasm for environmental private enterprise is infectious, but he’s unclear on who’s footing the bill, writes Ann Pettifor.

Vladimir Putin’s victory is certain, but the ‘menu of manipulation’ to ensure it will reveal much about the state of his regime, write Ben Noble and Nikolai Petrov.

The former top American general tells Lynne O’Donnell about the threat of China, how Ukraine has changed warfare and why the West must focus on Africa.

From major elections to the AI boom, here are the issues six of our expert contributors expect to make the news in the year ahead.

Taipei is preparing for possible conflict with cheap drones, better-trained troops and well-prepared civilians, writes Helen Fitzwilliam.

How Republican and Democrat opponents tackle the Trumpist radicalized right will determine whether democratic norms survive, writes Leslie Vinjamuri.