U.H.Rights

Blog by Maci Bednar

Human Rights and Artificial Intelligence: Protecting Freedoms in the Digital Age

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it is woven into the fabric of daily life. From chatbots and predictive algorithms to facial recognition and credit scoring, AI systems influence decisions that affect access to jobs, services, housing, and information. But with this growing power comes a growing responsibility: how do we ensure that AI systems respect human rights? The challenge is not just technical—it’s...

Challenging INTERPOL Notices: The Role of a Defense Attorney in International Cases of Human Rights Questions

An INTERPOL Red Notice can turn someone’s life upside down. Though it is not an international arrest warrant, its effects often mirror one—causing arrests at airports, visa denials, banking restrictions, and reputational harm. While INTERPOL is designed to facilitate international police cooperation, the system has been repeatedly abused by authoritarian regimes, corrupt governments, and litigants with political motives. If you have reason...

How Social Media Changes Our Perception of Reality

With the development of digital technologies, social media has become an integral part of the daily lives of millions of people around the world. In the Czech Republic, as in other countries, platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have become a familiar source of information, communication, and entertainment. However, alongside convenience and instant access to events, a question arises: how does social media influence our perception of...

Trolls, Bots, and Propaganda: Who and How Uses Social Media to Incite Racial Hatred

With the development of the internet and social media, the forms of communication have changed forever. Today, information spreads instantly, and any opinion can be heard by millions of people. However, along with this came new threats — deliberate incitement of racial hatred, manipulation of public consciousness, and information campaigns leading to societal division. One of the most powerful tools for these purposes has become fake...