During the reporting period, the project achieved major advancements in both research and methodological innovation, characterized by extensive interdisciplinary collaboration and practical engagements bridging theory and application.
Key Activities and Achievements Include:
Research and Publications:
• Developed a conceptual framework for the emergence of digital human rights, articulating the "Three Generations" approach
• Published research articles in leading journals and academic blogs, and presented findings in top international conferences
• Conducted studies on the impact of AI technology—from autonomous weapon systems to digital evidence in international law—enriching academic dialogue on AI regulation and digital governance
Methodological Innovations:
• Established novel collaborations between legal scholars and computer scientists, yielding co-authored research that combines technical analysis with legal reasoning
• Leveraged large language models to analyze customary international law, offering new insights into state practices and evolving digital rights
• Conducted comparative studies of regional approaches to digital rights, incorporating critical perspectives from the Global South
Knowledge Transfer and Stakeholder Engagement:
• Organized major international workshops and conferences (e.g. in Oxford University and King's College London), and presented work in major international counferences, fostering dialogue among academic experts, policymakers, and industry stakeholders
• Engaged extensively with media, policy discussions, and direct consultation with lawmakers and regulatory bodies to translate research into policy measures
Team and Infrastructure Development:
• Consolidated a dynamic, interdisciplinary research group spanning legal, technical, and social science expertise
• Established robust remote and virtual collaboration mechanisms, enabling continuity and high-quality output even during periods of geopolitical instability
