Organisation
Centre for International Governance Innovation
Acronym:
CIGI
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Policy report
Protecting freedom of thought: mitigating technological enablers of disinformation
In this paper, the author argues that despite the formidable challenges, disinformation is an existential threat worthy of tackling, as discerning truth from fiction is fundamental to every consequential decision societies around the world make.
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Foreign interference online: where disinformation infringes on freedom of thought
This paper outlines how the Canadian government is currently exploring the creation of a foreign influence transparency registry, to try to reduce the potential for foreign state actors to deceptively engage in influence campaigns through Canadian intermediaries.
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Protecting freedom of thought and public health in a pandemic
In this policy brief, the authors write that pandemics provide fertile ground for the spread of misinformation, which disrupts the process of free opinion formation by drowning out accurate information and exploiting common cognitive biases, making incorrect information seem more compelling.
Policy report
Digital authoritarianism: the role of legislation and regulation
This policy brief defines digital authoritarianism and its practices, then cites case studies as an exploration of the relationship between national regulations and digital authoritarian practices.
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The governance gap: preparing professions for digital transformation
This paper looks at the governance gap created by the increasing role of digital technology in regulated professions, the participation process for setting professional standards and the education infrastructure to teach new professionals how to navigate both.