The Status Report povides an overview of current knowledge and findings from an in-depth analysis of the social, ethical, and political impacts of AI. It is structured around Obvia's seven research themes: health, education, work and employment, ethics and governance, law, arts and media, and socio-ecological transition.
Once again this year, this publication will enable readers to put the ongoing scientific work into context and highlight current advances and gaps, while guiding future research in the field of the societal impacts of AI and digital technology.
This edition comes at a time when artificial intelligence tools are increasingly being deployed within organizations and our societies, too often marked by a lack of regulation. The document highlights the gray areas surrounding the use of generative AI, marked by unbalanced power relations and technological governance dominated by private or state interests.
Whether you are a member of civil society, a representative of public or private institutions, or involved in academia or research, this publication offers you the opportunity to review current knowledge on AI and digital technology issues and discover practical recommendations.
Obvia. (2025). Status Report on the Societal Impacts of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technology - 2025.
Obvia. (2025). État de la situation sur les impacts sociétaux de l’intelligence artificielle et du numérique - 2025.
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