Automating security? The redesign of air passenger data connectivity across Europe

Rocco Bellanova, Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Matthias Leese, ETH Zurich
Rosamunde van Brakel, Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Vanessa Ugolini, Vrije Universiteit Brussel

PUBLISHED ON: 26 Feb 2025

This op-ed calls for more scholarly attention on the nexus between automation and European security. Building on recent regulatory developments in algorithmic traveller security, the authors argue that the automation of seemingly mundane practices requires a closer consideration of data connectivity and its societal and regulatory implications.

The violence of the majority: Rethinking AI positionality in decision-making

Mennatullah Hendawy, Center for Advanced Internet Studies (CAIS)

PUBLISHED ON: 13 Jan 2025

Mennatullah Hendawy critically examines how AI systems often perpetuate societal inequities by prioritising majority perspectives, marginalising underrepresented groups. Drawing from examples like predictive policing and agricultural tools in the Global South, she underscores the importance of considering the positionality of AI creators.

The Artificial Intelligence Act. Taking normative imbalances seriously

Michał Araszkiewicz, Jagiellonian University
Grzegorz J. Nalepa, Jagiellonian University
Radosław Pałosz, Jagiellonian University

PUBLISHED ON: 17 Dec 2024

This opinion piece discusses the recently adopted Artificial Intelligence Act (AIA) by the European Parliament, highlighting its goals and regulatory structure. The authors argue that the Act's predominantly rule-based approach may not effectively balance innovation and regulation.