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Data & Society Research Institute

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Data & Society is a well-regarded think tank whose research on AI's societal harms and governance gaps is frequently cited in AI safety and ethics discussions, particularly around accountability and deployment risks.

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Data & Society is an independent research institute focused on the social and cultural implications of data-centric technologies. It produces interdisciplinary research examining how data and automation affect society, with particular attention to power, inequality, and accountability. The institute bridges academic research and policy to inform public understanding of AI and technology governance.

Key Points

  • Independent research institute studying social, cultural, and political implications of data and AI technologies
  • Produces reports, fellowships, and public events examining algorithmic accountability, surveillance, and platform governance
  • Focuses on equity and power dynamics embedded in data systems and automated decision-making
  • Bridges academic research, policy advocacy, and public education on emerging technology issues
  • Covers topics including misinformation, labor, health data, and AI ethics from a social science perspective

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