June 2025 - netsociety - server-nexa.polito.it

Global impact of AI in tourism.

by Victor Muñoz

Dear NoC colleagues, Greetings from Bogotá. My name is Víctor Muñoz, and I am currently leading a project focused on analyzing the global impact of AI in tourism. As part of our research, we are seeking to gather regional experiences and insights regarding: * AI trends and sector-specific applications in tourism * The impact of AI on the tourism workforce * Policy recommendations for governments to effectively integrate AI into tourism strategies * Case studies and best practices showcasing successful AI implementation We would greatly appreciate if you could share any relevant research, documentation, or case examples from your region or affiliated institutions., particularly around public sector roles, digital transformation, and destination competitiveness in the context of AI. We believe this is a great opportunity to showcase the impact of tourism around the world and highlight those regions in which this process has had a significant impact. Thank you in advance for your time and support. We look forward to learning from the valuable work across the network. Best regards, Víctor Muñoz Faculty Associate Berkman Klein Center

June 27, 2025

Invitation to Collaborate: Join the Worldwide Research Network of the Global Index on Responsible AI

by Fola Adeleke

Dear colleagues, I hope this message finds you well. We are reaching out to invite expressions of interest from members of the Network of Centers (NoC) to participate as research partners in the 2nd Edition of the Global Index on Responsible AI (GIRAI). GIRAI is a global initiative evaluating responsible AI commitments and practices across 140+ countries and jurisdictions and it is the first of its kind to be led from the Majority World. The first edition had notable global impact, with findings informing national AI strategies in countries like Colombia and Kenya, and being cited in reports by UNESCO and UNDP. For this edition, we seek independent research organizations based in Europe and North America to join our Global Research Network and lead data collection efforts for one or more regional countries.This would involve approximately 20 hours of training in September, followed by an estimated 40-60 hours of data collection and review between October and December 2025. Partners will also support regional collaboration and contribute to policy-relevant insights grounded in local expertise. We expect data collection to be led by Master’s or Ph.D. level researchers with expertise in AI governance or digital policy, ideally with prior experience contributing to governance assessments in their countries. This is an in-kind collaboration, as funding has been prioritized for Majority World countries and underrepresented regions. All outputs will be published in open, reusable formats under open licensing to ensure transparency and global accessibility. Attached is a brief proposal <https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1PpnGe7p4paa6mH_HycUePVXKmNAcWMLNejM…> with further details on the initiative, roles, and expected time commitments. If your organization is interested or would like to discuss further, we would be happy to arrange a short call. You are also welcome to reach out directly with any questions or expressions of interest. Kind regards, Fola Adeleke, PhD Executive Director Global Center on AI Governance <https://www.globalcenter.ai/>

June 16, 2025

Re: [netsociety] Join Us at UNESCO’s AI Global Forum: AI Sandboxes Side Event

by Elena Estavillo Flores

Congratulations, Armando and Urs! I will certainly join you there in person. Best, Elena > El 4 jun 2025, a las 9:35, Guio Espanol, Armando <arg911(a)harvard.edu> escribió: > > Dear all, > We’re excited to share this side event at the UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI: "AI Sandboxes: Regulatory Learning in Action"! > Co-organized by the AI Governance Center at the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA), the Global Network of Centers (NoC), and UNESCO, this workshop will explore how AI sandboxes function as spaces for regulatory learning, policy innovation, and trust-building. > We will examine various types of sandboxes, drawing from national experiences—including developments in Latin America and Asia—and looking ahead to the implementation of regulatory sandboxes under the EU AI Act. The session will also introduce the Regulatory Sandbox Maturity Assessment (RESMA) tool. > This event is made possible thanks to the leadership and support of Professor Urs Gasser. > Registration link (in-person and online): https://www.globalforumethicsai.com/side-events/ai-sandboxes-regulatory-lea… > We hope to see many of you there—and hopefully in person in Bangkok! > Best regards, > > Armando Guio > Executive Director > <Outlook-phnozrky.jpg> > > <AI Sandbox UNESCO Meeting.jpeg>

June 4, 2025

Re: [netsociety] Join Us at UNESCO’s AI Global Forum: AI Sandboxes Side Event

by Thiago Guimaraes Moraes

Congrats to Armando, prof. Gasser and the NoC and UNESCO teams for this incredible initiative! See you there! Cheers, Thiago On 4 Jun 2025 17:35, "Guio Espanol, Armando" <arg911(a)harvard.edu> wrote: Dear all, We’re excited to share this side event at the UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI: "AI Sandboxes: Regulatory Learning in Action"! Co-organized by the AI Governance Center at the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA), the Global Network of Centers (NoC), and UNESCO, this workshop will explore how AI sandboxes function as spaces for regulatory learning, policy innovation, and trust-building. We will examine various types of sandboxes, drawing from national experiences—including developments in Latin America and Asia—and looking ahead to the implementation of regulatory sandboxes under the EU AI Act. The session will also introduce the Regulatory Sandbox Maturity Assessment (RESMA) tool. This event is made possible thanks to the leadership and support of Professor Urs Gasser. Registration link (in-person and online): https://www.globalforumethicsai.com/side-events/ai-sandboxes-regulatory-lea… We hope to see many of you there—and hopefully in person in Bangkok! Best regards, Armando Guio Executive Director [cid:ed854ea0-67c5-4b40-95f4-2dea30b9b956]

June 4, 2025