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Federal Minister Dorothee Bär met with the Network of Institutes for Digitalisation Research (NIfD). The meeting focused on the contribution of digitalisation research to a digitally sovereign and democratic society.

Three new research projects will start at bidt in 2026: for the socially relevant use of AI, for innovative administrative modernisation, and for a resilient digital public sphere.

Political communication with digital media forms the core of Andreas Jungherr’s research. The bidt director’s approach is comprehensive. Instead of focusing on just one perspective, he seeks to gain an overall view.

The bidt is launching the call for applications for the Graduate Centre for doctoral students: Doctoral projects on digital transformation will receive €3,000 per year in funding, as well as further training and networking…

During Markus Blume’s visit to TUM, initial results from the bidt project ‘AIffectiveness in Education’ were presented: AI tools such as OneTutor support students and open up new possibilities in university teaching.

DigiMeet connects young researchers and promotes dialogue on the social, political and technological conditions of digital transformation. Focus for 2025: Design and regulation of digital platforms.

With the “Servus, AI!” series of dialogue, adult education centers, bidt, acatech, and the Learning Systems Platform are bringing citizens and experts together to discuss the opportunities and risks of AI.

At “vhs.wissen live”, bidt director Ute Schmid demonstrated why trust in AI systems should be neither excessive nor sceptical. She emphasised the importance of expertise in using AI responsibly.

How do social media influence political communication? At the 2025 Medientage München, bidt Director Andreas Jungherr discussed algorithms, emotions and how digital public spheres are becoming more democratic.

BR24’s #Faktenfuchs investigates fake videos that have gone viral on TikTok. Bidt researcher Fay Carathanassis explains when false claims are punishable by law – and what limits apply to freedom of expression.