**1. What is digital transformation?
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Digital transformation refers to the process of integrating digital technologies into all areas of society
and the economy, leading to significant changes in the way companies, societies and people function.
It includes the use of technologies such as the Internet of Things ( IoT ), cloud services, big data,
artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to improve processes, services and products. Digital
transformation is key to increasing efficiency, competitiveness and innovation in various industries
and sectors of society.
**2. What is the role of the European Union in the process?**
The European Union plays a central role in accelerating the continent's digital transformation. The EU
sets strategic goals and funds various initiatives that aim to increase citizens' digital skills, develop
new technologies, protect personal data and ensure innovation in business. The Digital Europe
Agenda and other connectivity and digital infrastructure initiatives are creating the conditions for
digital transformation across the EU, while ensuring that technology is used ethically and responsibly.
**3. What is the place of artificial intelligence (AI) in today's world and how can and should it be
regulated?**
Artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly important role in many fields such as healthcare,
finance, manufacturing, transportation and even everyday activities, through systems such as voice
assistants and automated processes. However, with the rapid development of AI, serious ethical and
legal issues also arise, such as:
- How to prevent discrimination and bias in algorithms?
- How to protect personal information and ensure transparency of the technologies used?
The EU is leading the way in AI regulation by proposing an AI regulation that sets high standards for
the safety, ethics and responsibility of AI systems. The regulations aim to prevent risks from the use of
AI in areas such as healthcare, law enforcement and public services, ensuring the safety of citizens
and respect for fundamental rights.
**4. New technologies and social networks are creating an environment for disinformation to spread
- what measures is the EU taking to tackle the problem?**
The EU is taking a number of measures to combat the spread of misinformation on the Internet and
social networks. This includes:
- **Digital Services Act (DSA)** and **Digital Markets Act (DMA)** which impose obligations on
platforms to crack down on illegal content and ensure transparency.
- Support to detect fake news through cooperation with fact checkers.
- Obligations for platforms to notify users when they encounter manipulative content.
- Strict rules for political advertising and protection of electoral processes.
The EU is also working with industry partners and civil society organizations to create effective
mechanisms to identify and remove fake news and disinformation.
**Your opinion:**
1. **Should the European Union regulate digital markets and services?**
Yes, the EU needs to regulate digital markets to ensure a level playing field, privacy protection,
transparency and accountability on the part of big tech companies. Regulations such as **DSA** and
**DMA** are important steps to achieve fairness and consumer protection.
2. **Do social networks need regulation and to what extent?**
Yes, social networks should be regulated in the context of protecting personal data, preventing
violence, cyberbullying and the spread of misinformation. Regulations should ensure that platforms
take responsibility for the content that users generate and that transparency is ensured in their
algorithms.
3. **What are the risks of using artificial intelligence?**
AI risks include:
- **Discrimination and Bias **: Algorithms can be unconsciously set to reflect prejudice, leading to
unfair treatment of different social groups.
- **Lack of transparency**: If we don't understand how AI systems work, it can be difficult to predict
their decisions.
- **Privacy Threats**: AI can be used to collect and analyze large volumes of personal data, which
can lead to abuse.
It is therefore important that AI is regulated to minimize these risks and ensure its ethical use for the
benefit of society.
