Anticipating technological risks through an interdisciplinary approach

Theme(s)

  • Education

Challenge

  • Ethical challenges and new technologies

Partners

GCSP (Geneva Center for Security Policy)

Duration

2021-2027

Locations

Geneva – Switzerland

Project funding

  • Didier and Martine Primat Foundation

Context

The rapid acceleration of emerging technologies—particularly generative AI—is amplifying societal, ethical, and geopolitical risks in the absence of robust governance frameworks.

Objectives

  • Anticipate and address the disruptive impacts of these technologies to prevent misuse such as disinformation, manipulation, and the erosion of critical thinking—especially among younger generations.
  • Foster a culture of responsible innovation and ethical foresight in the development and deployment of transformative technologies.

 

 

Actions

  • Support the emergence of “polymath thinkers” through fellowships focused on cross-disciplinary themes such as synthetic biology and neurotechnology.
  • Facilitate dialogue between scientists, policy leaders, and strategic communities through high-level workshops, policy briefings, and thought leadership publications.
  • Raise public awareness of the risks and opportunities of advanced technologies by delivering open-access courses and convening inclusive public forums.

 

Contexte

Context

The rapid acceleration of emerging technologies—particularly generative AI—is amplifying societal, ethical, and geopolitical risks in the absence of robust governance frameworks.

Objectives

  • Anticipate and address the disruptive impacts of these technologies to prevent misuse such as disinformation, manipulation, and the erosion of critical thinking—especially among younger generations.
  • Foster a culture of responsible innovation and ethical foresight in the development and deployment of transformative technologies.

 

 

Actions

  • Support the emergence of “polymath thinkers” through fellowships focused on cross-disciplinary themes such as synthetic biology and neurotechnology.
  • Facilitate dialogue between scientists, policy leaders, and strategic communities through high-level workshops, policy briefings, and thought leadership publications.
  • Raise public awareness of the risks and opportunities of advanced technologies by delivering open-access courses and convening inclusive public forums.

 

Contexte

Context

The rapid acceleration of emerging technologies—particularly generative AI—is amplifying societal, ethical, and geopolitical risks in the absence of robust governance frameworks.

Objectives

  • Anticipate and address the disruptive impacts of these technologies to prevent misuse such as disinformation, manipulation, and the erosion of critical thinking—especially among younger generations.
  • Foster a culture of responsible innovation and ethical foresight in the development and deployment of transformative technologies.

 

 

Actions

  • Support the emergence of “polymath thinkers” through fellowships focused on cross-disciplinary themes such as synthetic biology and neurotechnology.
  • Facilitate dialogue between scientists, policy leaders, and strategic communities through high-level workshops, policy briefings, and thought leadership publications.
  • Raise public awareness of the risks and opportunities of advanced technologies by delivering open-access courses and convening inclusive public forums.

 

Partner

GCSP (Geneva Center for Security Policy)

The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) believes that effective and forward-thinking leaders and organizations must develop a global perspective in an increasingly interconnected world. By unpacking the complexities of geopolitics, the GCSP equips leaders with the skills and agility needed to navigate times of profound change. It fosters an inclusive environment where a global community from 184 nations and all sectors can come together to exchange ideas and shape sustainable solutions for a more peaceful future.