What happens when artificial intelligence is used to control government processes - and increasingly undermines democratic principles? In the US, we are already seeing the radical transformation of the rule of law: tens of thousands of state employees have been laid off, while unelected tech billionaires like Elon Musk are increasingly influencing political and administrative processes. The presentation will outline how AI and other digital technologies are being used as a tool in anti-democratic projects, from the creation of political advertisements to their use in administrative processes. It will also shed light on the ideological background to this development.
Following the lecture, there will be room for questions and discussion in the second half of the event.
Admission is free, but registration is requested.
Speaker: Annemarie Witschas, Osnabrück University, Ethics of AI working group
Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025, 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Schlossaula (Room 11/E01, Neuer Graben 29, 49074 Osnabrück)
