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Center of Excellence in Data for Society

The Center of Excellence in Data for Society at the University of Arizona (CEDS) is a think tank specializing in data science in society.  We study ethical AI, collaboratory cultures, data commons, Open Science, and the sociotechnical trends that impact privacy, education, diversity, in digital society.  Our Center also serves in an advisory function by convening transdisciplinary experts and by providing direct guidance on data science for governance and science diplomacy to global stakeholders. 
CEDS is a transformative research center led by a diverse staff committed to the inclusion of underrepresented communities in the development of the digital future. We were created through a joint incubation of Data7 + iSchool + NNI + CDSDS, and we continue to serve UAz in partnership with ICDI.

Data in Society Spotlight

September 2024

Telegram Changes Policy, Says It Will Provide User Data to Authorities | Joseph Cox for 404 Media

In an update to its privacy policy, Telegram says it will now share IP addresses and phone numbers to authorities in response to valid orders. The change is a dramatic switch for the social network app, which has become a hotbed for criminals.

 

Event Spotlight

AI and Democracy Hackathon (November 11) 

Registration deadline: October 18, 2024 

The German Marshall Fund of the United States, in partnership with the Rockefeller Foundation and Instituto Panamericano de Alta Dirección de Empresa, is building on its content authenticity work in Mexico by hosting an AI & Democracy Hackathon on November 11. The event aims to develop technologies that harness AI’s power to work for democratic values. The hackathon will bring together interdisciplinary teams of engineers and civic actors who will tackle challenges such as contextual integrity of media, discriminatory AI-enabled misinformation and disinformation, and detection and mitigation of automated influence. Registration is open to local Mexican and international data scientists, democracy researchers, activists, journalists, and newsroom staff. 

For further details and FAQs, please see the AI & Democracy Hackathon page.

Programs & Projects

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CEDS contributes to the creation of guidelines that improve interoperability and stewardship

  • Indigenous metadata standards
  • Flexible regulations for data tech
  • Taxonomic standards 
  • Research ethics

 

Partners - Champions - Rightsholders

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