Topic: Digital society

How can society successfully undergo digital transformation? From the state of digitalisation in Germany to questions regarding its benefits for the common good, social change requires a dialogue prioritising knowledge transfer.

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Insults on social media: Only half of the attacks are reported

Criminal offences are an everyday phenomenon online. However, only around half of those affected report the incidents. Hopelessness, legal uncertainty and an apparent lack of trust in the state are some of the reasons.

Democracy under pressure? How AI and disinformation influence social trust

The cooperative event with the Bavarian State Ministry for Digital Affairs sheds light on the issue of disinformation from interdisciplinary perspectives and highlights concrete measures in the fight against misinformation…

The bidt is a member of AI4Democracy

The mission of the AI4Democracy Impact Alliance is to unite different perspectives to harness AI for the benefit of society. Many organisations are involved in this initiative, including the bidt.

Softwareentwickler werden nicht durch KI ersetzt

FAZ guest article on the role of AI in software development

In an FAZ guest article, Alexander Pretschner explains why AI will not replace software engineers.

AI improves colorectal cancer screening

The GI-Vision project uses artificial intelligence to improve the early detection of colorectal cancer. By enabling more precise polyp detection and classification, it enhances and optimizes diagnostic accuracy.

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Professor Allister Loder about his time at the bidt Graduate Centre

Allister Loder was part of the first cohort of the Graduate Centre for two years and now shares his experiences: On academic self-organisation, interdisciplinary research and what he personally takes away from it.

Communication via Messenger Services Has Risen Sharply

The use of messenger services continues to increase in both private and professional contexts.

Computer Science Lessons Advocated as a Compulsory Subject

A majority of parents see mandatory computer science classes as good preparation for their children’s working life.

Cyberbullying Remains Widespread Among Young People

61% of adolescents experienced cyberbullying in 2023. Preventive measures and awareness should be intensified.