Teacher(s)
Language
English
Prerequisites
None.
Main themes
The course deals with the EU policies ' research agenda and regulation - aimed at fostering and shaping the digital economy and society. In particular, the course deals with (1) the digital networks, (2) the digital services and platforms offered on those networks and (3) the new challenges raised by the rapid development of the Internet of Things, Big Data and artificial intelligence.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to : | |
| 1 | The aims of the course are to (1) understand the main EU policies regarding the digital economy and society from an interdisciplinary perspective (insights from the law, economics and anthropology), (2) articulate the relationships between the research agenda and the regulation promoted by the European Commission, (3) specify, and critically reflect upon, the values and objectives underpinning those policies. |
Content
This course covers European policies and regulations related to innovation and digital infrastructure, with a particular focus on the regulation of networks and telecommunications. The course examines how these policies aim to encourage and shape the digital economy, as well as the role of digital technology in society as a whole.
More specifically, the course focuses on:
(1) digital infrastructure and networks (including connectivity, security, and network resilience),
(2) digital platforms that are developing their own ecosystems and networks, and
(3) emerging challenges posed by big data and artificial intelligence, particularly with regard to massive data storage, processing power, and their effects on the regulation of digital networks and services
More specifically, the course focuses on:
(1) digital infrastructure and networks (including connectivity, security, and network resilience),
(2) digital platforms that are developing their own ecosystems and networks, and
(3) emerging challenges posed by big data and artificial intelligence, particularly with regard to massive data storage, processing power, and their effects on the regulation of digital networks and services
Evaluation methods
The final evaluation will consist of a written exam at the end of semester.
Other information
A list of compulsory readings and additional background materials will be provided at the beginning of the course.
Online resources
See Moodle
Faculty or entity
Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)
Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
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