How Emerging Nano-, Neuro-and Quantum Technologies Enable Emerging Cybernetic Societies
www.researchgate.net/publication/...
@coss-eth.bsky.social
Professorship of Computational Social Science (COSS) at ETH Zurich, Switzerland. Digital Democracy | Agent-Based Modeling | Participatory Approaches --- www.coss.ethz.ch www.youtube.com/@COSS_eth
How Emerging Nano-, Neuro-and Quantum Technologies Enable Emerging Cybernetic Societies
www.researchgate.net/publication/...
I am wishing everyone all the best for 2026, happiness, success, and health. Thank you all for your support this year. For your entertainment, here is a new science fiction: The Crystal Ball’s Last Warning -
When Power Sees All, No One is Safe
www.researchgate.net/publication/...
Emerging Cybernetic Societies in the Age of Nano-, Neuro- and Quantum Technologies
www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSAB...
The Digital Manifesto
medium.com/just-thinkin...
"Seither arbeitet man an „nicht-invasiven Neurotechnologien“, d.h. am Auslesen von Gedanken und ihrer Manipulation schon im Entstehungsprozess. Was dies für die Menschenrechte und die Zukunft unserer Demokratie bedeutet, soll in diesem Beitrag beleuchtet werden."
www.researchgate.net/publication/...
For alternative approaches explore the work on "Digital Democracy" and "Better than Optimal" here:
coss.ethz.ch/research/Dig...
and here:
www.youtube.com/@COSS_eth/vi...
Less known uses of AI for governance
youtube.com/watch?v=jz_D...
Congratulations to the 5th anniversary of the AI Center!
For alternative approaches explore the work on "Digital Democracy" and "Better than Optimal" here:
coss.ethz.ch/research/Dig...
and here:
www.youtube.com/@COSS_eth/vi...
10 Jahre Digital-Manifest: Das Ringen um Menschenrechte und Demokratie geht weiter
www.researchgate.net/publication/...
For alternative approaches explore the work on "Digital Democracy" and "Better than Optimal" here:
coss.ethz.ch/research/Dig...
and here:
www.youtube.com/@COSS_eth/vi...
For alternative approaches explore my work on "Digital Democracy" and "Better than Optimal" here:
coss.ethz.ch/research/Dig...
and here:
www.youtube.com/@COSS_eth/vi...
For alternative approaches explore my work on "Digital Democracy" and "Better than Optimal" here:
coss.ethz.ch/research/Dig...
and here:
www.youtube.com/@COSS_eth/vi...
Society 5.0: The Digital Revolution for Dessert - Literally Food for Thought
www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5DG...
Emerging Cybernetic Societies in the Age of Nano-, Neuro-and Quantum Technologies: Opportunities, Challenges, and Ethical Issues
www.researchgate.net/publication/...
“Internet of Bodies” & Society 5.0 merge biotech, nano- & neurotech, with the possibility of creating digital twins of ourselves. Massive potential—but also massive risk.
16.07.2025 09:02 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Digital, nano, bio & neuro techs are converging—transforming medicine, brain-computer interfaces & more. But without global regulation, risks like surveillance, hacking & misuse grow.
14.07.2025 09:01 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0In today’s digital age, you are the target — algorithms can craft a “digital twin” of your habits to micro‑target political messaging. This isn’t just annoying ads—it can shake the foundation of democracy.
11.07.2025 09:04 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Surveillance State or Digital Democracy? Join the discussion on whether AI-powered tech enhances civic engagement—or undermines it. A timely debate on privacy, power, and public voice.
09.07.2025 09:02 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0How do bots affect public opinion?
www.youtube.com/watch?v=NK6p...
Can AI and direct democracy coexist? In Switzerland, AI is already used to detect and combat hate speech online. But how can technology align with citizen participation? A thought-provoking look at the balance between innovation and democracy.
04.07.2025 09:01 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Cities are at the forefront of climate action. Instead of symbolic 'climate emergencies,' we need 'climate democracy'—a collaborative, transparent approach that empowers citizens and fosters sustainable urban solutions.
02.07.2025 09:02 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Check out "The algorithm game" by Cesare Carissimo!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHlA...
Digital assistant could help users control and protect their data. Such tools could enable transparency and ethical data practices, fostering a "digital trust society" to safeguard democracy!
27.06.2025 09:02 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0AI models, like ChatGPT and Llama 2, tend to favor mainstream political options. In this study, AI showed more consistent decision-making patterns compared to humans in urban planning choices.
25.06.2025 09:02 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0A digital upgrade for democracy: E-voting, digital participation, and greater transparency – how technology can strengthen democracy!
23.06.2025 09:01 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Blind trust in smart technologies risks eroding democracy. We need a "Digital Democracy 2.0" that prioritizes diversity, citizen participation, and collective intelligence to counteract surveillance and inequality.
20.06.2025 09:02 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0The digital revolution could undermine democracy if not carefully managed. In this article Prof. Helbing advocates for a "Digital Democracy 2.0" that prioritizes diversity, collective intelligence, and citizen participation.
18.06.2025 09:02 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0The Digital Manifesto warns of a "data dictatorship" driven by AI & algorithms. Nine European experts call for a strategy to protect freedom & democracy in the digital age.
16.06.2025 09:02 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Surveillance capitalism is threatening democracy. In this article, Dirk Helbing warns how mass data collection enables manipulation, erodes privacy, and puts freedom at risk. Orwell and Huxley were right—just earlier than we thought.
13.06.2025 09:02 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Exploring the future of governance with #DigitalDemocracy! We are pushing the boundaries of tech, democracy, and decision-making in the digital age. Check out how innovations in digital platforms can reshape public participation and transparency!
coss.ethz.ch/research/Dig...