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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 05/10/2026

Who is accountable when an AI agent working for government breaks the rules? OII DPhil candidate Jonathan Rystrom maps three risks agentic systems pose to the state, along with five principles for keeping humans in charge: www.oii.ox.ac.uk/are-governme...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 01/10/2026

NEW PODCAST EPISODE: To mark 25 years of the OII, this special episode of The Human Interface brings together alumni from across the decades to reflect on how their time in Oxford shaped their careers and their thinking about technology and society. open.spotify.com/episode/4QXS...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 25/09/2026

Over two days in Oxford, 40 colleagues from the OII and TUM Campus Heilbronn came together for our Autumn Meeting, a chance to share research, test new ideas and spend time in conversation with one another across seven panels.

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 24/09/2026

Great to see so many familiar faces at Tuesday night's OII alumni games event in London! Thank you for joining us and we hope you had a wonderful time meeting fellow alumni and reconnecting with colleagues and friends.

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 23/09/2026

🎓✨ New Doctor incoming! Congratulations to @manueltonneau.bsky.social on a successful viva this week! His thesis is titled: ‘Examining disparities in online hate speech moderation across the globe’. 1/2

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 22/09/2026

New! 📖 What does it take to govern generative AI responsibly? The Oxford Handbook of the Foundations and Regulation of Generative AI explores the technologies, laws, and societal challenges shaping AI's future, from data governance and safety to global regulation. 1/2

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 18/09/2026

We're delighted to announce the renewal of our partnership with the Dieter Schwarz Stiftung, building on five years of collaboration at the intersection of technology and society. Read the full announcement here: www.oii.ox.ac.uk/dieter-schwa...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 17/09/2026

"There is something really special about the internet, even in this current moment when it feels really dark." Heather Ford, Professor at the University of Technology Sydney and OII alumna, reflects on why the OII's mission matters more than ever, 25 years on. #OIIat25

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 11/09/2026

For OII Board Advisor and alumnus Lofred Madzou, the power of AI is in the breadth of societal benefits it can facilitate: not just what it means for the select few. Hear more from Lofred and other OII alumni in our 25th anniversary podcast episode, coming soon. #OIIat25

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 04/09/2026

"The people are 100% one of the best parts of being at the OII." Tech Policy Design Institute co-founder and OII alumna Zoe Jay Hawkins talks about the "academic pen pals," long-term collaborators and conversations that made her time at the OII so memorable. #OIIat25

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 03/09/2026

Thinking about postgraduate study at the intersection of technology & society? Join the OII's online Open Days this September: 📊 MSc Social Data Science: 16 Sept 🌐 MSc Social Science of the Internet: 21 Sept 🎓 DPhil: 23 Sept All 2–3pm, online. www.oii.ox.ac.uk/study/study-...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 03/09/2026

Dr. Carl Ohman talks about pursuing his MSc and PhD at the OII as one of the best decisions he’s ever made, helping him develop his perspective on technology and society, as well as his broader career path as an academic. #OIIat25

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 01/09/2026

“The OII helped me zoom out completely and develop a broader systemic view of technology and society.” OII alumna and president of GirlsWhoML, Megha Mishra, reflects on how her time at the OII changed the way she thinks about technology and society. #OIIat25

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 28/08/2026

For Carla Intal, who works on insights and applied AI at LinkedIn, the OII was a catalyst to embark on a different career. To celebrate 25 years of the OII, we invited our alumni to reflect on how their time at Oxford has informed their personal and professional lives. #OIIat25

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 27/08/2026

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 07/08/2026

Looking for something new to read this summer? The OII community has shared their favourite books of the season, from thoughtful reads on algorithmic fairness and freedom in the digital age to fiction that stays with you long after the final page.

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 06/08/2026

IYCMI, in the latest episode of The Human Interface podcast, the OII's Dr Fabian Stephany and UNESCO's Prateek Sibal discuss the AI skills shaping the future of work, and what individuals, employers and governments need to do next. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/0bNJ...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 04/08/2026

We're hiring! We're recruiting a Research Assistant to join the @oii.ox.ac.uk team, working with @katyahe.bsky.social supporting research into the digital lives of care-experienced children in the UK. Find out more and apply today! www.oii.ox.ac.uk/people/vacan...

The OII is recruiting a research assistant to work on a project with Dr Ekaterina Hertog.

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 03/08/2026

Want to keep up with the latest thinking on AI, digital society and internet studies? The Pulse is the @oii.ox.ac.uk newsletter, sharing our research, commentary and events straight to your inbox. Subscribe today! newsletter.admin.ox.ac.uk/k/Ouc/oii_ne...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 31/07/2026

To learn more about this project, visit oii.ox.ac.uk/mapping-the-... or reach out at digital.lives.care@oii.ox.ac.uk.

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 31/07/2026

A research project at the OII, ‘Mapping the digital lives of care-experienced children,’ wants to hear from professionals and organisations who support care-experienced children, young people and care leavers, to navigate digital access and develop digital skills.

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 31/07/2026

"The really interesting things in life are problems which have to be solved, and that requires you to be centripetal." Dr. Andrew Graham, former Acting Director and founding Chairman of the OII Advisory Board, on what the institute was built to do. #OIIat25

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 30/07/2026

In our latest episode of The Human Interface podcast, the OII's Dr Fabian Stephany and Prateek Sibal from UNESCO explore what it takes to stay competitive in a jobs market being transformed by AI. Listen to "The Skills That Win in an AI Jobs Market" here: open.spotify.com/episode/0bNJ...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 27/07/2026

🎓 SDP 2026 wrapped! Two inspiring weeks with brilliant doctoral students from around the world, hosted by @oii.ox.ac.uk with @berkeleyischool.bsky.social. From lectures and research discussions to punting, garden events, and exploring the city - a fantastic cohort and a fantastic programme!

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 27/07/2026

🎓✨New doctor alert! Congratulations to @oii.ox.ac.uk DPhil student Andreas Tsamados for successfully passing his Viva! His thesis is titled 'Rethinking human control of AI systems: Toward collaboration with foundation AI systems in cybersecurity workflows'. 1/2

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 24/07/2026

We're hiring: Administrative Assistant (Job Share) at the OII, working Thursdays and Fridays. Supporting finance, facilities, H&S and events within our Governance and Resource team. Apply by 12 noon, 12 August 2026: my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecru...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 23/07/2026

NEW PODCAST EPISODE: The Skills That Win in an AI Jobs Market The OII's Dr Fabian Stephany and Prateek Sibal (UNESCO) discuss which skills matter as AI reshapes work, the risk to entry-level jobs, and why institutions need to lead on AI guidance and training. open.spotify.com/episode/0bNJ...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 22/07/2026

📚 New blog alert! Contract generators, platforms, and AI are reshaping consumer contracts. Luka Nenadic explains how and highlights the potential pitfalls and policy implications. Read the full piece: www.oii.ox.ac.uk/the-new-era-...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 17/07/2026

The Summer Doctoral Programme, hosted by the OII with @berkeleyischool.bsky.social, is underway! Week one saw participants presenting their doctoral research, exploring Oxford on walking tours, listening to presentations and lectures from OII faculty, and enjoying a sunny garden party.

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 16/07/2026

"There are loads of AI institutes springing up everywhere, but the OII remains rather unique." - Professor @helenmargetts.bsky.social at the OII's 25th Anniversary Founding Stories Panel.

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 15/07/2026

New blog! 📣 Social networking interoperability can give users real choice - but new analysis from @phipz.com @oii.ox.ac.uk shows it only works when regulators get the details right. Read his blog: www.oii.ox.ac.uk/how-social-m... 1/2

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 09/07/2026

New research from the Oxford Internet Institute! UK adults are increasingly turning to AI not just for practical help, but for emotional support, relationship advice, + companionship. A new report led by Dr Florence Enock surveyed 2,000 UK adults on their LLM use. www.oii.ox.ac.uk/uk-adults-in...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 08/07/2026

🎉 Congratulations to OII doctoral researcher, @phipz.com named winner of The Jovana Karanovic Impact Award. The award recognizes early career scholars working at the forefront of digital platform research. 1/2

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 07/07/2026

"When something goes wrong, always look for the opportunity. Walk through the next door." Andrew Graham, former Acting Director and founding Chairman of @oii.ox.ac.uk's Advisory Board, at the 25th Anniversary Founding Stories Panel. #OIIat25

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 06/07/2026

News! Latest @oii.ox.ac.uk research finds that AI writing tools can subtly shift the direction of social media posts on contested topics, even when instructed to preserve the original meaning, and that these changes can accumulate and influence public opinion over time. 1/3

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 03/07/2026

Congratulations to Prof @josswright.bsky.social, Associate Professor at the OII, for winning a Teaching Excellence Award from the Social Sciences Division, University of Oxford. socsci.ox.ac.uk/articles/win...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 03/07/2026

Prof @helenmargetts.bsky.social and Prof Rebecca Eynon have been appointed to the DSIT College of Experts, a network of independent specialists providing the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology with fast, flexible access to leading scientific and technical expertise.

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 02/07/2026

A glimpse into another successful Oxford Connected Life Summit, focused on what it means to live in an increasingly connected world. This year's theme was "New Intelligence, Old Questions," and featured notable speakers and organisations. Huge thanks to the student committee for making this happen!

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 02/07/2026

"The work that the OII does has never been more relevant. This is the place that everyone should be coming to." - Dr Yin Lu, in conversation with Dr Kathryn Eccles at the OII's 25th Anniversary garden party.

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 02/07/2026

NEW: "Keeping Europe’s technological choices open" explores how Europe’s tech choices are narrowing, and why investing in energy, computation, capital, talent and institutions that learn through use will help to keep choices open. Read the blog post: www.oii.ox.ac.uk/keeping-euro...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 30/06/2026

"What interested me about the job was this idea that the OII wasn't going to be an ivory tower. It was going to be about learning. It was about how the world was changing and applying that through excellent, rigorous research." @vickijnash.bsky.social @oii.ox.ac.uk at the Founding Stories panel.

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 25/06/2026

Earlier this week, our community enjoyed a summer BBQ at Rhodes House to celebrate 25 years of the Oxford Internet Institute. A "Founder Stories" panel revisited the origin story of the department, and it was the perfect summer afternoon dedicated to acknowledging #OIIat25.

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 24/06/2026

📄 New working paper from @swachter.bsky.social, @bmittelstadt.bsky.social and Dr Daria Onitiu, @oii.ox.ac.uk: EU tech policy should hold AI companies to account for real public wellbeing, not just lower risk. 1/3

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 23/06/2026

📄New paper alert! Latest research from @towardsfairwork.bsky.social @oii.ox.ac.uk shows digital care platforms use strategic ignorance to keep workers in the dark about pay, ratings, and accountability - reinforcing precarity across the sector. 1/3

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 18/06/2026

Missed our 25th anniversary lecture? The recording is now live. @zephoria.bsky.social, Geri Gay Professor of Communication Cornell University, traced the internet's past, present, and uncertain future, and turned the lens on AI. Watch the recording here: www.oii.ox.ac.uk/news-events/...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 17/06/2026

New! Is banning under-16s from social media protection or exclusion asks @vickijnash.bsky.social @oii.ox.ac.uk @ox.ac.uk as she discusses the implications of the UK social media ban for teens, parents and policymakers in her latest opinion piece. Read the article: bit.ly/4ozF1UK

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 16/06/2026

🎓 New Doctor incoming! Congratulations to Djavan De Clercq on a successful viva on Friday! His thesis is titled: ‘Early warning meets optimization: reimagining proactive policy responses to agricultural risk’. 1/2

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 16/06/2026

OII researchers are heading to ACM #FAccT2026 in Montréal (25-28 June) to present four peer-reviewed papers and lead a CRAFT workshop on fairness, accountability and transparency in AI and platform systems. Learn more: www.oii.ox.ac.uk/oii-research...

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 10/06/2026

Event alert! Looking forward to hosting Dr Ignacio Gallego, @uc3m.es and Prof Tony Ageh, @trinitycollegeuoft.bsky.social for their talk, ‘Digital public service infrastructures for culture: is a non-commercial mandate possible? The dotPublic case study.’ Thursday 18 June, 16.00-17.00 BST 1/2

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Oxford Internet Institute @oii.ox.ac.uk · 10/06/2026

🚨 New paper alert! Watch this latest video from @oii.ox.ac.uk researcher Antonia-Felicia Toffert explaining why AI ethics in defence is facing a big paradox: Ethical principles keep proliferating, yet implementation keeps faltering.

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