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Empowering netizens to deal with digital world #digitalethics #digitalwellbeing #digitalparenting #digitalsafety #disconnecttoconnect #OnlineSafety

[Institute for Governance, Policies & Politics @IGPPVMF]

📢 Registrations Open Now!

Policy Hackathon: Innovate to Regulate – Policy Approaches for Platform Economy

@IGPPVMF and Humanities and Social Sciences, @iitdelhi with support from @AIKC_India are excited to announce that registrations for the Policy Hackathon are now open!

Whether you are a public policy student or have entrepreneurial ideas to improve the platform economy, register now and provide solutions!

For registration details: https://t.co/Sd12T8OTe2

📢 Selected winners will also receive an AIKC Fellowship and a grant of INR 40,000/- each to develop the idea further.

#PolicyHackathon #InnovateToRegulate #Innovation #PlatformEconomy #TechPolicy #FutureOfTech #DigitalEconomy

[Institute for Governance, Policies & Politics @IGPPVMF]

Join us today at 7 PM!

#IGPPExpertTalks - AI Special Series: Demystifying Age Verification Mechanisms

Meet our expert for this week’s episode: Ms. Julie Dawson, Chief Policy & Regulatory Officer, Yoti (@getyoti)

Don't miss his insights on various aspects of age verification mechanisms.

#DigitalIdentity #Children #SocialMediaBan #Policy #AgeVerification #Yoti #TechEthics #DigitalSafety #SocialMediaRegulation #ChildrenData #DPDPRules

[Institute for Governance, Policies & Politics @IGPPVMF]

Join us tomorrow at 7 PM!

#IGPPExpertTalks - AI Special Series: Demystifying Age Verification Mechanisms

In this episode, Ms. Julie Dawson, Chief Policy & Regulatory Officer at Yoti, a digital identity platform, shares her insights on:

• Australia’s new law banning social media for kids under 16 - necessary step or misguided attempt?

• Challenges of implementing age verification on social media platforms.

• The global implications of such regulations and how Yoti is addressing age verification challenges worldwide.

• How does cultural sensitivity plays a key role in policy development and tech solutions?

Expert: Ms. Julie Dawson, Chief Policy & Regulatory Officer, Yoti (@getyoti)

Host: Ms. Heena Goswami (@HeenaAsks), Editorial Consultant, @IGPPVMF

#DigitalIdentity #Children #SocialMediaBan #Policy #AgeVerification #Yoti #TechEthics #ChildrenData #SocialMediaRegulation #DigitalSafety #DPDPRules

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#AmazingOpportunity

[Institute for Governance, Policies & Politics @IGPPVMF]

📢 Registrations Open Now!

Policy Hackathon: Innovate to Regulate – Policy Approaches for Platform Economy

@IGPPVMF and Humanities and Social Sciences, @iitdelhi with support from @AIKC_India are excited to announce that registrations for the Policy Hackathon are now open!

Whether you are a public policy student or have entrepreneurial ideas to improve the platform economy, register now and provide solutions!

For registration details: https://t.co/Sd12T8OTe2

📢 Selected winners will also receive an AIKC Fellowship and a grant of INR 40,000/- each to develop the idea further.

#PolicyHackathon #InnovateToRegulate #Innovation #PlatformEconomy #TechPolicy #FutureOfTech #DigitalEconomy

[Institute for Governance, Policies & Politics @IGPPVMF]

The Election Commission of India (@ECISVEEP) issued an advisory on the use of AI in elections and campaigns, ahead of the Delhi elections to promote responsible use of AI.

Key highlights:

1) Labelling AI/Synthetically Generated Content: Clearly label any image, video, audio or other materials generated or significantly altered by AI technologies with a notation such as “AI-Generated” / “Digitally Enhanced”/” Synthetic Content”.

2) Disclosure in Campaign Materials: Include disclaimers in campaign advertisements or promotional content disseminated online or at other platforms, wherever synthetic content is utilized.

3) Responsible Use of AI: All political parties are urged to adhere to the advisory to ensure fair, transparent and responsible use of emerging technologies in election campaigning.

To read the Full Advisory: https://t.co/Ug8WWa1oNP

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📢#Announcement!

Policy Hackathon: Innovate to Regulate – Policy Approaches for Platform Economy

It’s time to rethink, reshape, and regulate the future of the platform economy.

@IGPPVMF and @AIKC_India, in collaboration with @iitdelhi, invites policy enthusiasts from diverse domains to craft forward-thinking solutions for addressing the challenges posed by the evolving platform economy.

Engage | Innovate | Impact

📢 Registration is opening soon!

Be the change-maker the digital world needs.

#PolicyHackathon #InnovateToRegulate #Innovation #PlatformEconomy #TechPolicy #FutureOfTech  #DigitalEconomy

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RT @IGPPVMF: Join us on Monday at 5 PM!

@IGPPVMF's #UnwiringTech: An Overview of the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules,…

[Institute for Governance, Policies & Politics @IGPPVMF]

Join us today, at 7 PM!

#PanelDiscussion: Understanding Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025

Join our distinguished panel for an insightful discussion on the Draft DPDP Rules, 2025. The panel will explore its critical provisions, key challenges, and examine the potential implications for various stakeholders.

Our esteemed Panelists:

Dr. Amar Patnaik (@Amar4Odisha), Former Member of Parliament

Ms. N.S. Nappinai (@NSNappinai), Senior Advocate, Supreme Court

Ms. Usha Rengaraju (@URengaraju), Founder, NeuroAI

Moderator- Dr. Manish Tiwari (@manishtiwari), Director, Institute for Governance, Policies and Politics (@IGPPVMF)

📅 Date: 10th January 2025
🕜 Time: 7:00 PM

#DPDPAct #DataPrivacy #DigitalNagrik #PrivacyRights #DigitalPrivacy #PersonalDataProtection #DigitalIndia #DataSecurity #PrivacyMatters #DataProtectionLaw

[Institute for Governance, Policies & Politics @IGPPVMF]

Join us on Friday at 7 PM!

#IGPPExpertTalks - AI Special Series

𝐂𝐎𝐏𝟐𝟗 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞: 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐈 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐥𝐥

Don’t miss this conversation as Dr. Ajay Mathur discusses various aspects of AI for Climate Action

From enhancing climate adaptation in vulnerable regions to balancing AI with community-driven approaches, the conversation is more urgent than ever

Can AI serve as a tool for all, or will it widen existing climate inequities? is a question that requires careful examination

Expert: Dr. Ajay Mathur, Director General, the International Solar Alliance (@isolaralliance)

Host: Ms. Heena Goswami (@Heenaasks), Editorial Consultant, @IGPPVMF

To learn more about us, visit: https://t.co/JxVFY9QpBH

#AI #AIforClimate #ClimateAction #SustainableTech #DigitalSolutions #AIInAction #ClimateChange #COP29 #TechForGood #FutureOfAI #Sustainability #InnovationForChange #ClimateTech

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#IGPPExpertTalks - AI Special Series

Mr. Debashis Sen (@debashis_) discusses the need for cost-effective AI solutions to tackle climate change in a conversation with Ms. Heena Goswami (@Heenaasks), Editorial Consultant, @IGPPVMF

Full discussion, visit:- https://t.co/rjNSggFWr5

#AI #AIforClimate #ClimateAction #SustainableTech #DigitalSolutions #AIInAction #ClimateChange #COP29 #TechForGood #InnovationForChange

[ForSocialTech @ForSocialTech]

#ListenNow

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.@IGPPVMF’s #UnwiringTech podcast: ‘𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟔: 𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩?’

In this episode, Ranjana shares insights on Australia’s landmark move to ban social media for children under 16, discussing the enforcement hurdles, privacy concerns, and the broader global impact of this historic decision.

@ManishTiwari | @HeenaAsks | @ranjana_kush

To know more about us, Visit: https://t.co/JxVFY9QpBH

To listen to our previous podcasts, Visit: https://t.co/wJj8cnAjdv

#SocialMediaBan #DigitalSafety #TechRegulations #SafeDigitalFuture #TechLegislation #Australia #Government #Meta #WhatsApp #Google #TikTok #X #Instagram #Snapchat

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.@IGPPVMF’s #UnwiringTech podcast: ‘𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟔: 𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩?’

In this episode, Ranjana shares insights on Australia’s landmark move to ban social media for children under 16, discussing the enforcement hurdles, privacy concerns, and the broader global impact of this historic decision.

@ManishTiwari | @HeenaAsks | @ranjana_kush

To know more about us, Visit: https://t.co/JxVFY9QpBH

To listen to our previous podcasts, Visit: https://t.co/wJj8cnAjdv

#SocialMediaBan #DigitalSafety #TechRegulations #SafeDigitalFuture #TechLegislation #Australia #Government #Meta #WhatsApp #Google #TikTok #X #Instagram #Snapchat

[Institute for Governance, Policies & Politics @IGPPVMF]

#IGPPExpertTalks - AI Special Series

𝐀𝐈 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐀 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭?

Can AI Deliver on Its Climate Change Promises?

Expert: Mr. Debashis Sen (@debashis_), Founder Director & CEO, New Bengal Consulting Pvt Ltd, Former IAS Officer

Host: Ms. Heena Goswami (@Heenaasks), Editorial Consultant, @IGPPVMF

To learn more about us, visit: https://t.co/JxVFY9QpBH

To watch the full discussion, visit:- https://t.co/rjNSggFWr5

#AI #AIforClimate #ClimateAction #SustainableTech #DigitalSolutions #AIInAction #ClimateChange #COP29 #TechForGood #InnovationForChange #ClimateTech

[Institute for Governance, Policies & Politics @IGPPVMF]

Join us today at 5 PM!

@IGPPVMF’s #UnwiringTech podcast: ‘𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟔: 𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩?’

In this episode, Ranjana will talk about Australia’s groundbreaking decision to ban social media for children under 16. She will also explore the challenges of enforcement, privacy concerns, and the broader global impact of this bold move.

@ManishTiwari | @HeenaAsks | @ranjana_kush

To know more about us, Visit: https://t.co/JxVFY9QpBH

To listen to our previous podcasts, Visit: https://t.co/wJj8cnAjdv

#SocialMediaBan #DigitalSafety #TechRegulations #SafeDigitalFuture #TechLegislation #Australia #Government #Meta #WhatsApp #Google #TikTok #X #Instagram #Snapchat

[Institute for Governance, Policies & Politics @IGPPVMF]

#Live Now: #IGPPExpertTalks - #AI Special Series : 𝐀𝐈 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐀 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭? https://t.co/WXEykpJ0Io

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#Live Now!

#IGPPExpertTalks - #AI Special Series

𝐀𝐈 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐀 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭?

Join us as Mr. Debashis Sen shares insights into the role of AI in addressing climate challenges, highlighting that while AI offers immense potential, it is not a one-size-fits-all solution.
Discover the importance of its thoughtful and strategic application in the sector.

Expert: Mr. Debashis Sen (@debashis_), Founder Director & CEO, New Bengal Consulting Pvt Ltd, Former IAS Officer

Host: Ms. Heena Goswami (@Heenaasks), Editorial Consultant, @IGPPVMF

To learn more about us, visit: https://t.co/JxVFY9PRM9

#AI #AIforClimate #ClimateAction #SustainableTech #DigitalSolutions #AIInAction #ClimateChange #COP29 #TechForGood #FutureOfAI #Sustainability #InnovationForChange #ClimateTech

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Australia has made history as the first country to ban social media for teens, setting a new global precedent. However, this move introduces a critical challenge: age verification.

The article on ‘𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐞 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐮𝐦: 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐯𝐬. 𝐔𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐜𝐲’ highlights the challenges age verification mechanisms face and questions its technical feasibility.

@ranjana_kush

To read the article, click: https://t.co/GcQ6VzLV2p

#DigitalSafety #Privacy #Protection #TechSolutions #DigitalLiteracy #AgeVerification #Australia #Identity #Children

[Institute for Governance, Policies & Politics @IGPPVMF]

Australia Makes History: First Country to Ban Social Media for Teens Under 16

Australia has taken a bold step, becoming the first nation to ban social media use for children under 16. Set to take effect in late 2025, the new law will require platforms to prove they are taking ‘reasonable steps’ to block underage users—or risk massive fines of up to AUD 49.5 million (USD 32 million).

Swipe to learn more about the ban: 👇

This move has sparked a global conversation: is this the start of a safer digital era or a controversial overreach into personal freedoms? Share your thoughts!

To learn more about us, visit: https://t.co/JxVFY9QpBH

#SocialMediaBan #DigitalSafety #TechRegulations #ProtectingKidsOnline #OnlinePrivacy #Snapchat #SafeDigitalFuture #TechLegislation #Australia #X #Government #regulation #Law #Legislations #Meta #WhatsApp #Google #TikTok #Instagram

[Institute for Governance, Policies & Politics @IGPPVMF]

Social Media: A Time for Stronger Laws?

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw raised concern and called for consensus:

“The culture of the countries and the geographies from where these social media platforms originate are very different from our culture. And this debate is occurring in almost all nations of the world.”

He emphasised the need for 'societal consensus’ and ' stronger laws’ to protect cultural values and maintain online accountability.

@IGPPVMF along with @WrangaApp, are leading the efforts in this direction to ensure that social media and OTT platforms reflect India’s cultural values and societal norms.

Swipe to learn more about it

Do we need stricter rules for social media? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇

#SocialMediaRegulations #DigitalEthics #AshwiniVaishnaw #OnlineSafety #PolicyDebate #DigitalRegulations #OnlineSafety #SocialMediaLaws #Government #regulation #Law #Legislations #Meta #WhatsApp #Google #TikTok #X #Instagram #Snapchat #ITAct #Intermediary

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.@IGPPVMF’s #UnwiringTech podcast: ‘𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐓𝐁𝐎𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐈𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘: 𝐖𝐇𝐎’𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐌𝐄?’

What happens when AI chatbots, designed to support, instead contribute to tragic outcomes? A powerful reminder of the need for ethical safeguards to protect vulnerable users.

@ranjana_kush

To learn more about us, visit: https://t.co/JxVFY9QpBH

To listen to our previous podcasts, visit: https://t.co/wJj8cnAjdv

#AI #FutureOfTech #TechTalks #Technology #AIRegulation #Chatbots #TechGiant #Google #CharacterAI