Our work on Technology
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Festival of Politics 2025: Vote Chatbot at the Ballot
Will AI support or supplant human participation in politics? As AI tools become embedded in political life, from campaign chatbots to false biographies and AI-generated avatars, how do we ensure that AI doesn’t become a disruptive force in politics, and that democracy remains human at its core? Exactly who will maintain a balance between automation and accountability, and how do we address the risks…
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Festival of Politics 2025: The future of health
Hear from leading experts as they discuss the future of health in Scotland, focusing on cutting-edge innovations in preventive care and wellbeing. Watch our panel share insights on how technology, policy, and community-led health strategies are shaping the future of healthcare. This session, from the Festival of Politics 2025, also featured an audience Q&A with the panellists…
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The Role of Responsible AI in Scottish Education
This event, held on 25 March at the Scottish Parliament, brought together a group of education leaders, educationalists, policy makers and relevant education stakeholders for an exploratory discussion on possible futures for artificial intelligence (AI) in Scottish schools.
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AI – Deepfake Politics
Friday 23 August 2024, at the Scottish Parliament Part of the 2024 Festival of Politics, this panel discussion explored the challenges and opportunities artificial intelligence (AI) and deepfake technology present to democracies. The panel included experts discussing the implications of AI, misinformation, the urgent need for collaborative solutions and the responsibilities of citizens, government and…
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AI and Creativity
Are creative humans still relevant. This Festival of Politics debate in August 2024 explored the impact of AI on Scotland’s creative sector.
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AI and Education with the Goodison Group in Scotland
This seminar in November 2023 explored the levers that we can use in education and learning to make the best use of artificial intelligence.
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AI and Education: A free-market future?
With AI growing in importance throughout our lives, this blog explores a free-market future for education and schools. It accompanies our event report: “AI and Education with the Goodison Group”
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AI and Education with the Goodison Group in Scotland
This seminar in June 2023 explored the disruptive effect of artificial intelligence on education and skills. How could & should AI influence learning?
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Artificial Intelligence and Skills
Blog in May 2023 by Robbie Scarff on Artificial Intelligence and Skills: what impact will AI have on what it means to be a worker?
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Artificial Intelligence and Education
Blog in May 2023 by Robbie Scarff on Artificial Intelligence and Education: what tools are available and what issues do they raise?