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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Standards bodies, economic institutions, national ministries, development agencies and AI researchers rarely appear on the same programme. On 21 September, they will. Digital Cooperation Day 2026 – NYC: www.un.org/digital-emer... #DigitalCooperationDay #DigitalCooperation
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
“An experiment is being run on our own societies without a plan and without consent.” At the Global Dialogue on AI, @antonioguterres.bsky.social warned that AI is moving faster than governance can keep pace.  Now, every country has a seat at the table.  @itu.int and UNESCO
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
📢Le 26 août, rejoignez l’ODET et la CNUCED pour échanger sur l’inclusion numérique et l’entrepreneuriat dans le cadre du #GlobalDigitalCompact. 9h–10h30 (New York) En ligne | Français 🔗 Inscription avant le 22 août : events.teams.microsoft.com/event/132f0f... @unctad.bsky.social #DigitalInclusion
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
The #GlobalDigitalCompact is taking shape on the ground. In Balochistan, Pakistan, a DHIS2 health system connects 1,700+ facilities in 36 districts, using real-time data to improve decisions and public services. ➡️ undigitalcooperation.org/stories/dhis... UNICEF Pakistan #DigitalCooperation
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
AI and democracy: hype predicts stronger participation; fear predicts disinformation at scale. Evidence from the Scientific Panel on AI’s report shows AI can scale persuasion, even when claims are false. ➡️ Read more: un.org/independent-... #DigitalCooperation #AIGovernance #AIDialogue
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
“The floor of our concern, not the ceiling.” In Geneva, co-chairs @mariaressa.bsky.social and @yoshuabengio.bsky.social presented the Independent International Scientific Panel on AI’s Preliminary Report, calling for coordinated and democratic AI governance. Read: www.un.org/independent-...
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Just 7 weeks until #DigitalCooperationDay. Governments, industry, civil society & academia meet in New York to take stock of #GlobalDigitalCompact implementation, centred on AI from the ground up. 🗓️ 21 Sept 2026 | 9:00–17:00 ET Sign up: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Accelerating Cooperation on AI Governance 🌐 Today marks the launch of the AI Governance for Humanity Lab, a new UN initiative anchored in ODET and based in Valencia, Spain. The Lab supports practical cooperation on network mobilisation, policy analysis & innovation. 🔗 www.un.org/digital-emer...
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Save the Date 📌 Digital Cooperation Day 2026 (Sessions 9am–5pm) #DigitalCooperation Day will feature interactive sessions & segments for multistakeholder dialogue, networking, & action in the margins of #UNGA81. 🗓️ 21 September 2026 📍 NYC Express your interest: forms.office.com/e/CKSQDUgkCR
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
L’intégrité de l’information est au cœur de l’objectif  3 du #PacteNumeriqueMondial. Le 10 juin, l’ODET organise une rencontre francophone avec l’UNESCO, le HCDH & l’Organisation internationale de la Francophonie. Inscrivez-vous avant le 7 juin à 10h00 : tinyurl.com/3cukbzts
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
What perspectives should guide the upcoming Global Dialogue on AI Governance? Co-chair a thematic discussion — expressions of interest close 28 May noon. ➡️ Email aidialogue@un.org | Subject: “Expression of Interest – Thematic Discussion Co-Chair.” un.org/ai-dialogue @itu.int @unesco.bsky.social
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
One more week to be heard. Deadline extended. The deadline for the AI Dialogue has moved to 7 May. 1,000+ submissions in — add your input before the window closes. 🔗 tinyurl.com/tu5ky2nk #AIGovernance #AIDialogue #AIStakeholderConsultation @unodet.bsky.social @itu.int UNESCO
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
What's left of the public square when platforms own it? At @columbiauniversity.bsky.social, @gioasempre.bsky.social discussed the collapse of the information environment: childhood development outsourced to algorithms, democracy at risk & the path forward: truth, law & pluralistic governance.
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
The consultation for the Global Dialogue on AI Governance closes 30 April. 450+ submissions from every region. Add yours: tinyurl.com/ych29wb6 #AIDialogue #AIStakeholderConsultation #AIGovernance @itu.int @unodet.bsky.social UNESCO
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
What should the inaugural Global Dialogue on #AIGovernance look like? Add your voice. Join Co-Chairs @egriselda.bsky.social & Rein Tammsaar for a virtual stakeholder consultation on 18 March — open to all. Register by 16 March 🔗 www.un.org/global-dialo... #AIDialogue @itu.int @unesco.bsky.social
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Tech Envoy @gioasempre.bsky.social is in Geneva for bilaterals on #AIGovernance & #DigitalCooperation. Meetings with Member States 🇦🇹 🇮🇩 🇵🇭 🇷🇺 & @unhcr.org focused on the AI Scientific Panel, Global Dialogue on AI Governance & data governance in the age of AI. #GlobalDigitalCompact
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Africa isn't waiting to be included in the AI conversation. It's leading it. 🌍 This week, ODET joined partners in Cairo for "An Algorithmic Awakening," a capacity-building workshop on #AIGovernance, peace & security across the continent. Built with Africa. Not just for it.
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
At its inaugural meeting, the UN’s Independent International Scientific Panel on AI elected its first Co-Chairs: @yoshuabengio.bsky.social 🇨🇦 @mariaressa.bsky.social 🇵🇭 They’ll guide the Panel’s work, uphold its scientific integrity & report on the Panel’s work twice a year. First report: July 2026
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
AI governance is fragmented. The #IndiaAIImpactSummit is one catalyst for change. 🎙️ @gioasempre.bsky.social joins @catherinecheney.bsky.social on @devex.com's new Global Progress in the AI Era podcast — on inclusive #AIGovernance & shifting power toward the Global South. 🔗 tinyurl.com/42jb6vja
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
📢 @unodet.bsky.social is hosting a Stakeholder Townhall on the #GlobalDigitalCompact. 6 Mar | 9 a.m. ET | Online 💡 Focus: AI Scientific Panel Learn about the Panel's composition and mandate. Exchange perspectives on GDC advancement. 🔗 Register by 5 Mar, 6 p.m. ET: tinyurl.com/ysumbyhf
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Multistakeholder voices from the #IndiaAIImpactSummit 🌐 ODET’s side events convened government, industry, civil society & youth voices including @bradsmi.bsky.social, Josephine Teo, @joannashields.bsky.social, @raultherockstar.bsky.social & @osamamanzar.bsky.social . #DigitalCooperation
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Disinformation & hate can undermine human rights & democracy. The #GlobalDigitalCompact recognizes information integrity as a shared responsibility. Building resilience means supporting media plurality & digital literacy, empowering the public & upholding freedom of expression.
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
No country can shape the future of AI alone. At #IndiaAIImpactSummit, ODET brought together leaders to examine AI and science, development & child safety. One message stood out: meaningful progress depends on coordinated action. 🔗 un.org/digital-emer... #DigitalCooperation
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
“AI must belong to everyone.” At #AIImpactSummit, UN Secretary-General António Guterres outlined the path forward: 🔬 Independent International Scientific Panel 🌐 Global Dialogue on #AIGovernance 💰 $3B Global Fund Shared evidence. Inclusive governance. Investment in capacity. #DigitalCooperation
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Tomorrow at #IndiaAIImpactSummit 🛡️ ODET convenes leaders for AI and Children’s Safety & Wellbeing — with speakers from Open AI, Digital Futures Lab, @unicef.org, LEGO Foundation & more. 🔗 Join in person or via livestream on 20 February: un.org/digital-emer... #DigitalCooperation
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
The AI divide isn’t coming. It’s already here. From the #GlobalDigitalCompact, 3 pillars for #AIGovernance are taking shape: Science. Policy. Capacity. In India, @gioasempre.bsky.social made the case: AI’s future can still be shaped, together. USG Gill is now on Substack. Follow for more.
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
At the India #AIImpactSummit, stakeholders met with Co-Chairs Egriselda López & Rein Tammsaar to help shape the UN-backed Global Dialogue on #AIGovernance. @unodet.bsky.social will continue working with partners to ensure the July Dialogue in Geneva is inclusive & implementation-focused.
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
✨Upcoming Side Event | India AI Impact Summit How AI Will Reshape Global Development Beyond the SDGs From 2030 deadlines to long-term transformation—exploring AI's role in productivity, state capacity & addressing inequality. 📍 18 Feb · 11:30 AM 🔗 tinyurl.com/5286umc5
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
Science. Policy. Capacity. 🌐 In his keynote Multilateralism & the Future of AI at the India International Centre, UN Tech Envoy @gioasempre.bsky.social highlighted these three pillars as AI evolves rapidly. 🎥 Watch the keynote: youtube.com/watch?v=kQ8R... #AIGovernance #DigitalCooperation
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
🎙️ Now live: @gioasempre.bsky.social on The Victor Cho Podcast. What does it take to make AI work for global equity? Governance matters. From food security to healthcare, a clear-eyed take on tech in the public interest. ▶️ tinyurl.com/yc75f34u
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Today, 79% of countries have data protection laws. In LDCs, that figure drops to 57%. Digital progress moves at the speed of trust. On #DataProtectionDay, the UN is working through the #GlobalDigitalCompact to close this global trust gap & advance an inclusive digital economy.
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Universities are more than just places of learning. They are innovation ecosystems. In Hà Nội, @gioasempre.bsky.social visited Phenikaa University to explore how higher education can advance responsible AI, develop digital talent and connect research to real-world impact.
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
AI for Health Equity: turning principles into practice. In Hà Nội, @gioasempre.bsky.social met with health leaders on how AI can improve outcomes. Responsible private sector innovation helps translate AI principles into care that safeguards trust & human dignity.
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
The launch of the #ASEAN Digital Masterplan 2030 marks a new chapter for #DigitalCooperation in Hà Nội 🇻🇳 – turning AI into public value through interoperability, inclusive capacity-building & regional integration. How do you see regional frameworks shaping the global AI landscape?
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Rights offline must be protected online. On #Iran, the Secretary-General underscored restoring communications is vital for safety and access to information. Connectivity shutdowns undermine human rights, accountability and essential services. #GlobalDigitalCompact
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
🚨 #UNVolunteer – Online Volunteer Support research & report drafting on how industry turns AI regulation into real-world tech policies, design choices, and interventions—contributing to the first UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance. 🔗 Apply by 1 Jan: tinyurl.com/35cyw2un
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
A reaffirmation of the Internet’s multistakeholder model. @gioasempre.bsky.social congratulates Member States on the adoption of the WSIS+20 outcome document, reaffirms the multistakeholder model of Internet governance & welcomes the decision to make @intgovforum.bsky.social a permanent UN forum.
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
🛡️ A well-governed digital commons avoids misuse & ensures value is shared equitably. This message framed yesterday’s WSIS+20 side event, Building the Commons. The discussion focused on how community-led models & collaborative governance strengthen trust, resilience & inclusion.
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
🧩 La gouvernance numérique doit parler toutes les langues. Lors d’un événement parallèle du #WSIS20, coorganisé par @unodet.bsky.social & l'OIF, des acteurs ont examiné comment la diversité culturelle et linguistique renforce l’inclusion numérique et la #GouvernanceIA.
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
📌 Save the Date: UN Open Source Week 2026 takes place 22–26 June 2026. Express Your Interest in Attending: forms.office.com/e/7Zf9dGvjZr Stay tuned for more. #UNOpenSourceWeek #OpenSource #DigitalCooperation
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
🚨 #UNJob Deadline Extended — Emerging Technologies & AI Applications Intern Build AI prototypes. Shape digital platforms. Improve UX/UI. Draft technical briefs & knowledge-sharing materials. 🔗 Apply by 17 Dec: careers.un.org/jobSearchDes... #UNJobs #UNCareers
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
🌐 What is the UN Digital Cooperation Portal? A new platform accelerating collective action on the #GlobalDigitalCompact — connecting initiatives across stakeholders with data visualizations and AI-enabled insights to track global progress. 🔗 Contribute: undigitalcooperation.org
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
🚨 #UNJob Reminder: Deadline Extended Apply for the Programme Management Officer (P-4) role leading ODET's AI Governance for Humanity Lab in Valencia — driving research, multistakeholder cooperation & GDC implementation. 🔗 Apply by 15 Dec 2025: tinyurl.com/yc6y332y #UNJobs
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
🌐 Upcoming Session | Building the Commons: Creating & Maintaining Digital Public Goods 🗓️ 16 Dec, 4:45–6pm ET 📍 CR4, UNHQ Explore how collaborative governance can co-create & scale technologies for inclusive, rights-based digital transformation. 🔗 www.un.org/digital-emer...
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
“Human rights are the foundation of trustworthy innovation.” This was the central message at the #RightsX Summit on this #HumanRightsDay — and a reminder that responsible innovation is essential to a secure digital future. #DigitalCooperation
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
📢 Just launched: the UN Digital Cooperation Portal Turn the #GlobalDigitalCompact into action—share your initiatives, connect partners & track progress on AI, digital economies, infrastructure & human rights to drive inclusive #DigitalCooperation. ✨ undigitalcooperation.org
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
“Open tech & digital governance contribute to better governments & stronger democracies.” At the DPGA Meeting 🇧🇷, @unodet.bsky.social joined @brasil.gov.br, DPGA, @okfn.bsky.social, @adb.org, @ununiversity.bsky.social, @undp.org & @itu.int to advance #SafeDPI, Public AI & DPGs. 🌐
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
🚨#UNJob Alert: Emerging Tech & AI Applications Intern Advance innovation across #DigitalCooperation: - Develop prototypes & workflows with AI tools - Support digital platform development & maintenance - Prepare knowledge materials 🔗Apply by 9 Dec: tinyurl.com/bdekczra
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
💡Every country big or small can harness AI’s potential & participate in its governance. In Bratislava, @gioasempre.bsky.social spoke at the BratislavAI Forum, did a Slovak TV interview & met with Juraj Blanár, Cardinal Turkson, Khaled El-Enany Ezz & František Ružička. www.stvr.sk/televizia/ar...
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United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @unodet.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
🚨 #UNJob Reminder: Last call to apply! Two roles remain open with the AI Governance for Humanity Lab @unodet.bsky.social in Valencia: 1️⃣Programme Management Senior Officer 🔗 Apply by 1 Dec: lnkd.in/ewUgQ7CS 2️⃣Programme Manager 🔗 Apply by 3 Dec: lnkd.in/e47hdTP5 #UNJobs
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