ACM is the Netherlands’ independent regulator for competition, consumer protection and selected sectors, including energy, telecommunications, transport and postal services. It investigates compliance, addresses market problems and works with other authorities to help markets function for people and businesses.
GESDA connects scientific anticipation with diplomacy and international cooperation. Based in Geneva, it identifies emerging scientific breakthroughs and explores their implications for society. Its tools and initiatives bring scientific knowledge into discussions about how technological advances can benefit humanity.
Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens is the independent Dutch data protection authority. It protects people’s privacy and oversees the handling of personal information by organisations. Its work includes regulatory research and enforcement, public guidance, and attention to the risks and governance of algorithms.
CNIL is France’s data protection regulator. It helps individuals exercise their rights, advises organisations on compliance and investigates breaches. Alongside oversight and enforcement, it studies emerging digital technologies and engages researchers and innovators in discussion about data, privacy and ethics.
The Network of Internet and Society Centers is a global collaboration among academic institutions studying the internet. It connects interdisciplinary research on technological development, social impact, policy and law, supporting exchanges between research communities working across different national and institutional settings.
Digdir is Norway’s public agency for coordinating digitalisation across government. It develops shared digital infrastructure and services, supports information management and helps public bodies work across organisational boundaries. Its remit includes digital accessibility and improving services for citizens and businesses.
DFØ is Norway’s agency for public and financial management. It supports government institutions through guidance on governance, organisation, financial management and decision making. Its activities include shared administrative services, training, methods and tools that help public bodies manage resources effectively.
The European Digital Media Observatory brings together fact checkers, researchers and media literacy experts to study and address online disinformation. Based at the European University Institute, it connects work on digital media, public trust, information quality and media literacy across Europe.
ITU is the United Nations agency for digital technologies. Based in Geneva, it coordinates radio spectrum and satellite orbits, develops international technical standards and supports wider access to communications. Its work connects governments, industry and research organisations around shared digital infrastructure.
UNESCO is the United Nations organisation for cooperation in education, science, culture, communication and information. It develops international standards, knowledge and networks to support these fields. Its work also addresses artificial intelligence ethics, access to information and the societal implications of technology.
The OECD is an international organisation that brings governments together to develop public policy. It produces comparative data, research, standards and practical guidance on economic, social and environmental challenges, including digital transformation, helping institutions exchange experience and assess policy options.
The Canton of Zurich’s Department of Economic Affairs supports the region’s economy and innovation. Its Innovation Sandbox for Artificial Intelligence provides a setting where businesses, public authorities and researchers implement AI projects together, examining regulatory questions within the existing legal framework.
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