Brainbox Institute
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We're a public interest think tank and consultancy specialising in the intersection of technology, law, and policy.
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The Brainbox Institute unveils new NZ AI Policy Tracker
Introducing the NZ AI Policy Tracker – a new resource launched today by the Brainbox Institute. This tool is designed to centralise information about Aotearoa New Zealand’s disparate AI regulatory env...
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February 21, 2024 at 4:25 AM
Access the Brainbox Institute NZ AI Policy Tracker here: www.brainbox.institute/post/the-bra...
Or you can read the final report of the Independent Electoral Review here: bit.ly/47Av3br
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January 17, 2024 at 1:00 AM
Or you can read the final report of the Independent Electoral Review here: bit.ly/47Av3br
we’re cautious about the chilling effect of this offence, especially given the low likelihood that any prosecution will be pursued, or that any conviction will result. For more, you can find our submission here: bit.ly/4907sSR
Our submission to the Independent Electoral Review
Last month, the Independent Electoral Review released an interim report outlining what the future of Aotearoa New Zealand’s electoral system could look like. While a lot of ground is covered in the ...
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January 17, 2024 at 12:59 AM
we’re cautious about the chilling effect of this offence, especially given the low likelihood that any prosecution will be pursued, or that any conviction will result. For more, you can find our submission here: bit.ly/4907sSR
The panel recommended extending the timeframe for this offence so that it covers the entire advance voting period. Criminal law might be appropriate for disinformation in such tightly defined circumstances, however....
January 17, 2024 at 12:59 AM
The panel recommended extending the timeframe for this offence so that it covers the entire advance voting period. Criminal law might be appropriate for disinformation in such tightly defined circumstances, however....
By contrast w/ education-led approaches, the panel recommended expanding existing criminal offences that cover election-related disinfo in sensitive periods (knowingly publishing false information to influence voters in the 2 days leading up to the election + on election day).
January 17, 2024 at 12:59 AM
By contrast w/ education-led approaches, the panel recommended expanding existing criminal offences that cover election-related disinfo in sensitive periods (knowingly publishing false information to influence voters in the 2 days leading up to the election + on election day).
In Dec 2023, we released a discussion paper reviewing literature on how to do media literacy effectively, in ways that foster and support a diversity of views and opinions. You can access that report and a recording of our panel launching the report here: bit.ly/3O53zE4
Discussion paper and event recording: Deciphering Media Literacy in Aotearoa New Zealand
Media literacy is increasingly important in our information-saturated, high-connectivity world. It’s commonly offered as a core solution to challenges posed by artificial intelligence, synthetic med...
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January 17, 2024 at 12:58 AM
In Dec 2023, we released a discussion paper reviewing literature on how to do media literacy effectively, in ways that foster and support a diversity of views and opinions. You can access that report and a recording of our panel launching the report here: bit.ly/3O53zE4
We’re also advocates for emphasising education within a broader framework for disinformation response. Beyond civics and citizenship, media literacy education could also play a significant role.
January 17, 2024 at 12:58 AM
We’re also advocates for emphasising education within a broader framework for disinformation response. Beyond civics and citizenship, media literacy education could also play a significant role.
The panel largely endorsed an education-based approach to disinfo, emphasising the importance of civics + citizenship education across all parts of our society. It also recommended developing funding models that empower community-led education + participation initiatives.
January 17, 2024 at 12:57 AM
The panel largely endorsed an education-based approach to disinfo, emphasising the importance of civics + citizenship education across all parts of our society. It also recommended developing funding models that empower community-led education + participation initiatives.