US tech firms are embedding themselves in European critical infrastructure. At #rp26, the innovation economist examines what this means for democratic governance — and what Europe can build instead.
Power over AI is currently concentrated in the hands of a handful of ‘tech oligarchs’. The researcher discusses how we can work together to change this.
How can we communicate better with one another – in public, in private and on social media? The two journalists will be discussing this at re:publica 26!
The linguist asks: Can it work out if we're only concerned with adapting to the aesthetics of platforms – and everyone is competing for attention on one stage?
Loud, hectic, grey? At first glance, cities do not seem particularly welcoming. The psychiatrist and stress researcher discusses what it takes for them to be places where we can feel good.
In Germany, the far right is gaining strength – and the majority remains silent. At #rp26, the journalist and author shows: democracy is not a done deal.
How can we overcome crises and defend ourselves against fascism? The sociologist, democracy researcher and author will discuss this topic at re:publica 26.
