Researcher Virginia Dignum, a specialist in artificial intelligence and digital governance, gave an interview to the Portuguese news agency Lusíada where she addressed the topic of digital sovereignty. Dignum is internationally recognized for her work in the field of ethics and regulation of artificial intelligence.
In the interview, Virginia Dignum stated that digital sovereignty does not mean imitating what other countries are doing, warning of the need for each nation to develop its own strategies and approaches adapted to its specific context. The researcher emphasized that copying models from other countries may not be the most appropriate solution.
The conversation also touched on issues related to the governance of artificial intelligence and the challenges that countries face in balancing technological innovation with the protection of citizens. Dignum argued that it is essential to have a deep understanding of the implications of digital technologies before implementing policies.
The interview was conducted by journalist Alexandra Luís, from the Lusíada news agency, and comes in the context of a growing debate about how countries can ensure their autonomy in the digital space without becoming dependent on technologies and regulations developed by other nations.
