Research, innovation and South-South cooperation: the main axes of the debates
02 Mar
Science & Technology

Research, innovation and South-South cooperation: the main axes of the debates

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The work of the 41st National Congress of the Moroccan Society of Medical Sciences (SMSM), organized under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, ended last Saturday in Casablanca. The closing conference, focused on “South-South Relations: African Academy of Sciences and Health: a strategic lever for research, innovation and training on the continent”, marked the end of this event which brought together a host of medical professionals including doctors, researchers and experts from various disciplines. For two days, wide-ranging exchanges and debates enriched the participants, under the honorary presidency of Professor Lahcen Belyamani. Opening on Friday, February 6, the 41st National Congress of the SMSM proposed several activities promoting the sharing of expertise and the emergence of concrete avenues for improving...
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29 Sep
AI Ethics & Governance, Market & Thought Leadership

AI and Ethics: Building Trust in a Machine-Driven World

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now woven into the fabric of society—shaping business, healthcare, education, entertainment, and governance. But as its influence grows, so too do the ethical questions surrounding its use. In 2025, building trust in AI systems has become one of the most pressing challenges facing innovators, regulators, and the public alike. 1. Why AI Ethics Matters AI is only as good as the data and rules it is built on. When left unchecked, systems can unintentionally perpetuate bias, invade privacy, or make harmful decisions. Ethics in AI is not about slowing progress; it’s about ensuring that innovation benefits humanity rather than harming it. Without trust, adoption stalls—and without adoption, society cannot reap the full benefits of AI. 2. Bias and Fairness in AI Systems One of the most visible ethical challenges is bias. Hiring algorithms have sometimes favoured men...
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Internet Society Analyzes Technical and Security Considerations in ‘Traceability’ Clause in India’s IT Rules 2021
14 Aug
Science & Technology

Internet Society Analyzes Technical and Security Considerations in ‘Traceability’ Clause in India’s IT Rules 2021

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New Delhi, Delhi, IndiaAs the Delhi High Court starts hearing the writ petitions filed against the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 (IT Rules 2021), the Internet Society (ISOC) has released a comprehensive brief that analyzes the ‘traceability’ mandate contained in the IT Rules...
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Civil society groups condemn Tinubu’s govt for internet disruptions during protests
03 Aug
Politics

Civil society groups condemn Tinubu’s govt for internet disruptions during protests

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Politics tamfitronics A coalition of 36 civil society organizations has condemned the intentional disruption of internet services across Nigeria amid the ongoing nationwide #EndBadGovernance protests.The groups accused the government of throttling internet speeds to hinder the dissemination of information during the demonstrations.In an open letter addressed to key government agencies including the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), and the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), the organizations denounced the disruptions as a violation of human rights and established norms.The letter, signed by various advocacy and rights groups, asserts that the internet disruptions constitute a breach of Nigeria’s constitutional guarantees of freedom of expression, assembly, and association.The groups cited investigations and reports indicating deliberate throttling of internet speeds intended to impede the flow of information.“The weaponisation of...
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