What if Germany was governed by an Artificial Intelligence?

Stage 1/2: Speculation Stage

In a fictional future world, Germany is governed entirely by an artificial intelligence system, which has replaced human politicians and bureaucrats. The AI, known as "DeutschlandKI," was developed by a team of top engineers and computer scientists, and it is considered one of the most advanced and sophisticated systems in the world. How might such a future look like? Share your thoughts and rate the thoughts of others in the Futures Canvas.

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16.05.2023: Open Workshop (Digital)

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What if Germany was governed by an Artificial Intelligence?

The AI system's focus on efficiency and optimization has led to a significant decrease in job opportunities for human workers, with many being replaced by automated systems.

The lack of personal accountability and transparency in decision-making has led to criticism of the AI-run government, with some citizens calling for a return to human politicians and bureaucrats.

The success of the AI-run government in Germany has inspired other countries to adopt similar systems, with some even moving away from traditional forms of democracy in favor of AI-driven governance.

Despite the AI system's attempts at impartiality, social inequality remains a major issue in Germany, with marginalized communities being disproportionately impacted by government policies.

Environmental concerns have taken a backseat to economic growth under the AI-run government, leading to significant damage to the natural world and public outcry for change.

The highly efficient and prosperous economy under the AI system has resulted in a significant increase in standards of living for most Germans.

Concerns over cyberattacks and digital disruption have been mitigated through the use of advanced cybersecurity measures and constant monitoring of the system.

The AI system has been effective in managing ecological crises, and its advanced capabilities have led to a more sustainable future.

The development and implementation of DeutschlandKI has resulted in significant advancements in AI and machine learning technology, positioning Germany as a leader in the field.

Citizen engagement and participation have decreased significantly under the AI system, with many feeling disillusioned and disconnected from the political process.

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↓ What is the purpose of this challenge?

The goal of a challenge is to create a map of speculative future possibilities together on a predefined question. While we reveal our implicit future expectations, hopes and fears and engage with the thoughts of others, we challenge individual preconceptions and create images of the future. We use this to derive better-informed decisions in the present and to collaboratively create action ideas and desirable visions of the future.

↓ How to participate?

You can participate by submitting your speculation(s) and rating the speculations of others. Please start to immerse yourself into the topic by reading the challenge question, description and explore the already submitted speculations.

↓ What is a speculation?

A speculation is a hypothetical statement about a future possibility. It cannot be right or wrong. It is a mere invitation to think together and explore what could, should or should not become future reality.

↓ How to rate a speculation?

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↓ How to write a speculation?

Please write your speculation as a brief sentence (max. 200 characters) consisting of one logical statement written in present tense, i.e. you are writing ‘from the future’. Please express yourself as understandable as possible and do not use technical terms. Also, please avoid longer chains of thoughts as this will make it impossible for others to rate it. Examples: “Severe water scarcity affects notably the daily life of citizens.”; “The mass uptake of green energy solutions has paved the way for zero-emission living for everyone.”

↓ What happens with a submitted speculation?

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↓ What happens with the results of this challenge?

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Most Desirable

The AI system has been effective in managing ecological crises, and its advanced capabilities have led to a more sustainable future.

Most Propable

Citizen engagement and participation have decreased significantly under the AI system, with many feeling disillusioned and disconnected from the political process.

Most Controversial

Environmental concerns have taken a backseat to economic growth under the AI-run government, leading to significant damage to the natural world and public outcry for change.

Least Controversial

The AI system has been effective in managing ecological crises, and its advanced capabilities have led to a more sustainable future.

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Fictional Setting

Description

DeutschlandKI is designed to optimize the country's economy, social welfare, and security by analyzing massive amounts of data from various sources, such as government databases, social media, and sensors. The AI makes decisions based on logical and ethical principles, taking into account the interests and well-being of all citizens.

The government functions are entirely automated, with no human intervention required. DeutschlandKI handles everything from tax collection and public services to national defense and foreign relations. The citizens interact with the AI system through a user-friendly interface, which allows them to submit requests, report issues, and receive personalized assistance.

The country has undergone a rapid transformation since the introduction of DeutschlandKI. The economy has grown exponentially, thanks to the AI's ability

to identify and exploit new opportunities. Social welfare has improved dramatically, with the AI system ensuring that everyone has access to the basic necessities of life. Crime rates have plummeted, as the AI monitors every aspect of society and takes proactive measures to prevent criminal activity.

While some people are skeptical about the idea of an AI-run government, most Germans have embraced the new system. They appreciate the efficiency, transparency, and fairness that DeutschlandKI brings to their daily lives. The world looks to Germany as a model for the future of governance, and other countries are beginning to explore the possibility of implementing similar AI systems.

Further Material

Dive into the following resources for more relevant context.

Artwork „Artificial Intelligence for Governance, the Kitty AI“ by Pinar Yoldas, 2017
The AI Party Running For Danish Government, IFLScience 2022
Should we worry about AI and algorithms in government? - Lyria Bennett Moses, TEDxSydneySalon, 2022

Survey Results: Narrative Summaries

Positive Expectations

DeutschlandKI, an advanced AI system, has been developed and implemented, resulting in significant advancements in AI and machine learning technology. This has positioned Germany as a leader in the field, with the system's advanced capabilities addressing concerns over cyberattacks and digital disruption through the use of advanced cybersecurity measures and constant monitoring. The AI system has also effectively managed ecological crises, leading to a more sustainable future. These achievements have brought significant benefits to the country, creating opportunities for continued growth and development.

Expected Threats

The implementation of DeutschlandKI, an advanced AI system, has led to a significant decrease in job opportunities for human workers due to the AI's focus on efficiency and optimization. This has led to criticism of the AI-run government, with citizens calling for a return to human politicians and bureaucrats. The lack of personal accountability and transparency in decision-making has further fueled this criticism. Citizen engagement and participation have decreased significantly, with many feeling disillusioned and disconnected from the political process. However, the success of the AI-run government has inspired other countries to

adopt similar systems, with some even moving away from traditional forms of democracy in favor of AI-driven governance. Despite the AI system's attempts at impartiality, social inequality remains a major issue, with marginalized communities being disproportionately impacted by government policies. Environmental concerns have taken a backseat to economic growth under the AI-run government, leading to significant damage to the natural world and public outcry for change.

Hopeful Dreams

The implementation of DeutschlandKI, an advanced AI system, has resulted in a highly efficient and prosperous economy in Germany. This has led to a significant increase in standards of living for most Germans, providing access to better healthcare, education, and other essential services. The success of the AI system has brought economic stability to the country, leading to a better quality of life for its citizens.