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Plurality: Technology and the Future of Democracy

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In collaboration with the RadicalxChange Foundation, and Rio's Institute of Technology and Society, we hosted the “Plurality” event in June, featuring the launch of the book Plurality. The event gathered leading contemporary thinkers to share perspectives on emerging technologies and innovation, including Audrey Tang, former Digital Affairs Minister of Taiwan, and Glen Weyl, founder of the Collaboratory for Plural Technologies at Microsoft Research. This exchange resulted in a report capturing the critical policy discussions.

In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, full of challenges, addressing issues such as technological sovereignty, disinformation, and polarization is essential. The exchange of experiences and insights is crucial to fostering innovative solutions.

The report Plurality: Technology and the Future of Democracy offers insights structured around three main themes: Disinformation, Technological Autonomy, and Participation. Each section explores specific challenges raised by the participants, providing practical recommendations for promoting a more resilient digital infrastructure.

About the Authors

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Audrey Tang

First Digital Minister of Taiwan
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Glen Weyl

Founder, Microsoft Research Plural Technology Collaboratory, RadicalxChange Foundation and Plurality Institute

Brazil Institute

The Brazil Institute—the only country-specific policy institution focused on Brazil in Washington—aims to deepen understanding of Brazil’s complex landscape and strengthen relations between Brazilian and U.S. institutions across all sectors.  Our mission is to provide thoughtful leadership and innovative ideas to help democracies evolve and enhance their capacity to deliver results. We achieve this by producing independent research and programs that bridge the gap between scholarship and policy, while serving as a hub for policymakers, scholars, and private sector leaders.   Read more