Portulans Institute

11/27/2024

📈 Today marks the exclusive global launch of the world's most digitally ready economies as shown in the Network Readiness Index, which engages with leading voices shaping our digital future.

Co-published alongside Portulans Institute, The Network Readiness Index, established in 2002 at the World Economic Forum, has become the definitive benchmark for measuring digital transformation across 133 economies. This comprehensive study evaluates over 55 indicators to provide crucial insights for policymakers, business leaders and researchers worldwide.

In partnership with Web Services and - Confederação Nacional da Indústria

👉 Find out more here - https://oxsbs.link/3UUCNSk

06/03/2024

Interested in pursuing novel research in technology and innovation, contributing to global policy dialogues, and expanding your professional network? The Portulans Institute’s Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for our 2024-2025 cohort! 🚀

Fellows work independently to develop their own research initiative within any of Portulans Institute's focus areas. This can include efforts such as policy research, program development, case studies, training courses or workshops, and more.

Fellowship highlights:

🔹 Conduct independent research within PI’s focus areas.
🔹 Engage with our network of policymakers, academics, and thought leaders.
🔹 Access our content distribution channels to publish your research.
🔹 Potential to join events, projects and working groups.
🔹 Work remotely or from our Washington, DC office.
🔹 $1,000 stipend with opportunities for additional funding.

📝 Application deadline: July 12, 2024
👩🏻‍💻 Fellowship period: August 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025

📌 We welcome applicants from all countries. Apply by July 12! https://forms.gle/oxEb1Lq5VSUw9ZK96

Ready to make an impact? Join us at the Portulans Institute and be a part of shaping the future of technology and innovation.

04/22/2024

Portulans Institute is developing a workshop designed for professionals in all career stages interested in AI policy. Enhance your AI policy skills, interact with industry experts and leaders, and explore career opportunities in this quickly evolving field. The virtual event is scheduled for mid-June and attendance will be limited to 30 individuals. Express your interest in joining us today! https://lnkd.in/gK5JgUgd

Attendees can expect to have in-depth discussions on AI ethics, trust, and safety, hands-on breakout sessions to put policy into practice, and an opportunity to engage with industry leaders during a panel Q&A. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about the skills needed to succeed in AI policy roles.

This event is ideal for those who:
(1) Engage with new AI policies and challenges in addition to their current role.
(2) Seek to pivot into AI policy.
(3) Want to expand their AI-related skills.
(4) Are exploring early career options in AI policy.

📅 Details:
Date: Mid to late June 2024
Capacity: Limited to 30 participants
Mode: Virtual participation

🔗 Register your interest here: https://lnkd.in/gK5JgUgd

01/29/2024

🎧 New podcast alert! Are you interested in learning more about immersive media and its impact on society? Look no further than our new Immersive Explorers Podcast, hosted by Portulans Institute Fellow and PhD Candidate at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Ioanna Georgia Eskiadi.

Episodes will be released weekly, each featuring an expert guest from academia, industry, or civil society who will share global perspectives on immersive media and related emerging technologies, covering topics of trust, ethics, and more.

🔔 Be sure to follow Immersive Explorers on Spotify and turn on notifications to be alerted when new episodes are released https://open.spotify.com/show/4Ki8FDyIGxEO6FMkBvKuLN?si=e9655c0d561b4a9c

Tune in this Wednesday, January 31st for our first official episode

Listen to Immersive Explorers Podcast on Spotify. Welcome to the Immersive Explorers Podcast, where we discuss global perspectives on immersive media, covering topics of trust, ethics, and societal impact. Each week, experts in the field of technology and innovation join us to give their perspective...

11/29/2023

In case you missed it, the full summary and event recording of last week's Network Readiness Index 2023 global launch are now available on our website https://networkreadinessindex.org/global-launch-of-the-network-readiness-index-2023/

The NRI remains a powerful tool for developing and evaluating policies to promote digital transformation, and benchmarking progress on the regional and global scale. The launch event brought together ministers, business leaders, academics, and experts from around the world to discuss global trends in digital readiness and the state of trust in the network society. Click the link below to read more.

📲 The 2023 NRI is now available for download at https://lnkd.in/d6F4F7C

📲 View the full launch event at https://lnkd.in/eYdsSf8M

Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, Oxford Internet Institute, University of Oxford, University of Oxford

Amazon Web Services, CNI - Confederação Nacional da Indústria, malomatia Qatar

The 2023 edition of the Network Readiness Index (NRI) has launched, revealing the most digitally ready economies in the world, and providing insights into the current state of global digital transformation. The global launch event, held at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford on November 20th...

11/15/2023

We’re pleased to introduce the distinguished speakers and panelists who will be joining us for the upcoming Network Readiness Index 2023 global launch on Monday, November 20th (14:00 GMT) at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.

The event is set to include…

📢 Opening remarks from Soumitra Dutta, Dean of Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, and William Dutton, Director of Portulans Institute

🎤 Addresses from Sherzod Shermatov, The Ministry of Digital Technologies of Uzbekistan; Diego Molano, Former Minister of ICT, Colombia; and Khalid Al-Kubaisi CEO, malomatia Qatar.

📈 Presentation of NRI 2023 results and findings by Rafael Escalona Reynoso, CEO of Portulans Institute

A panel discussion on trust in the network society will include insights from…

🔹 Tanuja Randery, Managing Director, Amazon Web Services Europe, Middle East and Africa
🔹 Vicki Nash, Director, Oxford Internet Institute, University of Oxford
🔹 Radhika Chadwick, Partner, McKinsey & Company
🔹 Sadie Creese, Director, Global Cyber Security Capacity Centre (GCSCC), University of Oxford

The session will conclude with an audience Q&A and networking reception for in-person participants.

📍 Register here to reserve your spot for virtual or in-person attendance https://lnkd.in/e994WgPy

For more information about the Network Readiness Index, visit https://lnkd.in/d6F4F7C

11/01/2023

We are pleased to welcome CNI - Confederação Nacional da Indústria as a Knowledge Partner for the 2023 edition of the Network Readiness Index. Ricardo Alban joins us to discuss how CNI is facilitating the growth and competitiveness of the Brazilian industry through digital transformation, and the role of NRI metrics as a key component leading its strategies and actions
that work to promote a more digitized economy and society https://networkreadinessindex.org/interview-with-ricardo.../

The 2023 edition of the Network Readiness Index, dedicated to the theme of trust in technology and the network society, will launch on November 20th with a hybrid event at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. Register and learn more at https://lnkd.in/erzmuf4z

For more information about the Network Readiness Index, visit https://lnkd.in/d6F4F7C

Each year, Portulans Institute collaborates with Knowledge Partners on the production of the Network Readiness Index. Knowledge Partners are public or private institutions that are passionate about the overall goal of using technology for the good of all. They actively engage with the use of techn...

10/24/2023

We are pleased to welcome back malomatia Qatar as a Knowledge Partner for the 2023 edition of the Network Readiness Index (NRI). malomatia is a leading provider of technology services and solutions in Qatar, driven by Qatar’s National Vision 2030 to transform to a knowledge-based economy by delivering and integrating IT solutions for government agencies, healthcare facilities, and education institutions.

Each year, Portulans Institute and Saïd Business School, University of Oxford collaborate with a select group of Knowledge Partners on the production of the NRI. Knowledge Partners are public or private institutions that are passionate about using technology for the good of all. They actively engage with technology to enhance competitiveness, to further development, and to support an inclusive and sustainable growth agenda.

The 2023 edition of the Network Readiness Index, dedicated to the theme of trust in technology and the network society, will launch on November 20th with a hybrid event at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. Register using the link at https://forms.gle/Nzb8ZiTaq76Fec6Z8

10/18/2023

Technological innovation is opening a new frontier in the development agenda for economies around the world. There is tremendous potential in harnessing the power of AI tools to increase economic growth, but its economic and social benefits remain geographically concentrated, primarily in the Global North.

Portulans Institute Fellows Matheus de Souza Depieri and Samantha Msipa present case studies underscoring this trend and its implications for developing economies in our latest blog:

Despite ongoing debates regarding AI regulation, the challenges faced by the Global South are largely missing from the conversation, and there is a void in the studies discussing AI’s potential role in deepening digital divides between developed and developing economies.

09/25/2023

Join us on Thursday, September 28th, 5:00pm BRT (GMT-3) at the International Industry Innovation Summit for a panel discussion around Brazil’s performance in the soon-to-be-released Global Innovation Index 2023, and the importance of Eco-innovation in Latin America and beyond.

Register for virtual and in-person attendance at https://mktcni.microsoftcrmportals.com/CIII_Portal_Ingles/

The International Industry Innovation Summit is an annual event organized by GII Corporate Network Partner CNI - Confederação Nacional da Indústria. Learn more and view the full agenda at https://www.congressodeinovacao.com.br/en/schedule/

The session is set to include a number of high-level representatives from government, industry, and civil society including…

Robson Andrade, President, CNI - Confederação Nacional da Indústria
Gianna Sagazio, Director of Innovation, CNI - Confederação Nacional da Indústria
Carsten Fink, Chief Economist, World Intellectual Property Organization
Marco Aleman, Assistant Director General, World Intellectual Property Organization
Soumitra Dutta, Founder of the GII & Dean, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
Daniel Fernando Filmus, Minister, Ministerio de Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación de la Nación
Luciana Santos, Minister, Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Inovação
Diego Molinas, Advisor, Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnología del Paraguay

09/22/2023

With the launch of the Global Innovation Index 2023 right around the corner, Mr. Robson Braga de Andrade, President of CNI - Confederação Nacional da Indústria shares his thoughts on the value of the GII as a benchmarking tool in industry, and how the report's insights can be applied to strategic decision-making and policy planning processes that supports the continuous development and enhancement of Brazilian innovation ecosystems.

Read the full interview at https://portulansinstitute.org/measuring-innovation-cni/

Learn more about our GII Corporate Network partners https://lnkd.in/g6qWHnzQ

The 2023 edition of the Global Innovation Index will be launched globally on September 27th. For more information, including the agenda, registration information, and a livestream link, visit https://lnkd.in/eb23dshq

World Intellectual Property Organization

CNI and MEI strategic agendas heavily rely on the information provided by the GII, with digital transformation being one key aspect. We also gain insights into how policies in leading economies are supporting their strong performance in international comparisons, serving as a benchmark of best pract...