- 31/08/2021
- Category: Orange Knowledge Programme
Anno Bunik & Oskar Gstrein
The collection, analysis, storage and sharing of data has become increasingly popular and important for public institutions. The use of data enhances the capabilities to monitor the environment, as well as groups and individuals. Statistical analysis and algorithms seemingly make prediction and prevention of undesired events possible. Continuous measurement, observation and information sharing enables authorities to work more efficiently adopting prescriptive practices in their work and organisations.
On 11 February of this year the Data Research Centre (DRC) hosted a symposium on this topic in collaboration with NHL Stenden research group on Cybersafety and the Center for Digital Society at Universitas Gadjah Mada. Experts from these three research clusters came together around to discuss the mobilisation of data for various governance purposes: from intervention against those that plan riots in messenger apps to tracking the spread of COVID-19. The digital domain is increasingly operationalised by agencies to maintain public order and keep societies safe, secure and healthy.
The symposium had 341 registered participants from academia, government, business, media and civil society organisations. The input delivered during the sessions will continue to shape our research agenda for the years to come, more specifically the focus area ‘Data Governance,
Security and Human Rights.
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