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Swiss government minister files digital abuse complaint against AI chatbot Grok

This content was published on Apr 17, 2026 The complaint sends a bold signal against digital abuse and marks a clear break from the US understanding of free speech.

Are you concerned about how social media is affecting democracy?

The early optimism around social media has largely been replaced by troubling warning signs.

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Apr 6, 2026

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Swiss public mistrusts Google, TikTok and Meta

This content was published on Mar 31, 2026 Nine out of ten people in Switzerland consider these companies to be purely profit-orientated, according to a survey.

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Cash in the constitution: a Swiss decision on an international issue

This content was published on Mar 8, 2026 For cash advocate Brett Scott, the Swiss vote could act as a signal internationally. An analysis with sociological perspectives.

Could AI become a force for democracy?

Do you think artificial intelligence could contribute to more democracy?

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Mar 2, 2026

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Is Swiss AI a powerhouse for democracy?

This content was published on Mar 2, 2026 US cyber expert Bruce Schneier has high hopes for a Swiss AI model. Optimism is also growing in Switzerland, but not across the board.

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Too young to scroll? Rethinking consent in the digital age

This content was published on Feb 10, 2026 What is the right age to be able to access social media? It is also a hot topic in Switzerland, where the government is drawing up a report on the subject.

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Why EU direct democracy has struggled to take off

This content was published on Feb 5, 2026 Well over a decade after its launch, the EU’s tool for citizen participation has failed to gain traction, especially set against the wide popular rights enjoyed in Switzerland. Why?

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How our readers view democracy and its opponents

This content was published on Jan 7, 2026 Some of the answers are committed, some are provocative – but some are also reflective.

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Global democracy in 2026: what’s on the horizon?

This content was published on Dec 29, 2025 In 2026, “AI slop” will submerge the internet, a pioneer of illiberal democracy is up for election, and the pioneer of liberal democracy celebrates its 250th birthday.

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