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Working Paper
Towards a UN Role in Governing Foundation Artificial Intelligence Models
Working paper considers UN governance strategies for Artificial Intelligence and the newly announced Multistakeholder Advisory Body on AI.
Working Paper
Addressing the Challenges of Creating a Global AI Architecture
New working paper outlines key questions surrounding the global governance of Artificial Intelligence.
Blog Post
On the Unsustainability of ChatGPT: Impact of Large Language Models on the Sustainable Development Goals
A blog on the talk by UNU Macau's Head of Research, Dr. Serge Stinckwich, the first session of the new UNU Generative AI series of webinars.
News
In Memoriam: Enrique Forero, UNU Council Member
UNU Council member Enrique Forero, age 80, died on 5 September 2023.
News
Exploring Opportunities and Risks of Using Synthetic Data in the Training of AI Models
In a new policy brief, UNU experts analyse the potential of synthetic data to attain sustainable development, especially in the Global South.
Side Event
Leveraging Postgraduate Education for Sustainable Development: The Resource-Nexus and Environmental Management in Global South Partnerships
NEW YORK / ONLINE: This SDG Action Weekend side event will explore the potential of higher education to contribute to the achievement of the SDGs.
Multimedia
What is Micro, Meso and Macroinsurance?
Riskepedia: What is the difference between micro, meso & macroinsurance? UNU-EHS & MCII expert Dirk P. Kohler explains it in this #Riskepedia video!
News
UNU-CPR Recommendations Unanimously Adopted by African Financial Authorities
Move promises to strengthen continent’s fight against modern slavery and human trafficking.
Brief
Artificial Intelligence-Powered Disinformation and Conflict
New policy brief explores recent developments in Artificial Intelligence and their impact on disinformation-fueled conflict.
Lecture
Globalization in Crisis — Confronting a New Economic Reality
ONLINE/OSLO: On 10 October 2023, UNU-WIDER will host the 27th WIDER Annual Lecture with Pinelopi (Penny) Goldberg.