How is AI changing our democracy and information environment? Claes de Vreese studies trust and aims for his research to inform rules based on public values.

News media remain heavily reliant on Big Tech. UvA researcher Hannes Cools is working with De Correspondent and Follow the Money to build greater digital autonomy through European and open‑source tools.

SpaceTeen works with young people to explore healthier social media use, from smart design features and less screen time to attractive offline alternatives.