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Blog 04 February 2026 The 30-Day problem: can democracies move fast enough on AI? Master of Public Policy student Lorna Enow examines whether democracies can keep pace with AI developments without weakening democratic oversight. Lorna Akoacha Enow Digital, Cyber and AI
Blog 09 June 2025 The Digital Security Equilibrium – does it hold under AI? Cyberspace has been full of harm, but despite predictions, the much-predicted global catastrophes have failed to materialise. Does this uneasy balance hold as AI-based technology rapidly advances? Ciaran Martin Digital, Cyber and AI Oxford Programme for Cyber and Technology Policy
Blog 07 June 2024 Navigating the cyber frontier: trends and challenges Brian Kot, an MPhil in International Relations, highlights four broad themes critical for policymakers as they navigate the rapidly evolving digital landscape. Brian Kot Digital, Cyber and AI
Blog 06 November 2023 Optimists, doomers and securo-pragmatists: Reflections on the UK’s AI safety summit For all the carping, the Prime Minister’s Bletchley Park jamboree moved the world forward on AI safety. Ciaran Martin Digital, Cyber and AI Oxford Programme for Cyber and Technology Policy
Blog 27 November 2025 The Blavatnik School of Government responds to COP30 in Belém COP30 in Belém saw limited progress in efforts to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions but did demonstrate a continued commitment to multilateral negotiations. Professors Rachel Kyte, Thomas Hale and Alan Stein reflect on the summit. Thomas Hale Rachel Kyte Alan Stein Climate and environment Children and Climate Initiative ... Climate Policy Hub
Blog 19 May 2025 Europe at a crossroads: The quiet retreat from sustainability Eric Ehigie Master of Public Policy student and George Moore scholar, explores the recent rollback of sustainability regulation in the European Union and what it reveals about the EU’s shifting priorities. Eric Ehigie Climate and environment Europe
Blog 09 October 2024 Climate policy through the MPP MPP student Steph Barker shares advice on carving out a focus on climate and environmental policy during the MPP. Steph Barker The School Climate and environment
