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Human Oversight in the Age of AI: The Captain's Paradox - An Anthropological Perspective
The EU AI Act correctly insists on human oversight. Its intention is clear and necessary: ensure that humans can analyse, intervene, and improve AI-driven decisions. However, this creates a paradox. Placing a human 'in the loop' does not automatically guarantee real judgment, real veto power, and real cognitive engagement.
In fact, poorly designed oversight requirements can make organisations more fragile, because they rely on a form of human presence that is nominal rathe

THEMIS 5.0
Feb 244 min read


THEMIS Joins the 2026 STEM Discovery Campaign as Official Partner
THEMIS is proud to join the 2026 STEM Discovery Campaign as an official partner, supporting one of the most prominent international initiatives coordinated by Scientix to promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics education. Co‑organised this year with the NBS Academy project , the campaign invites educators, organisations, libraries, schools, universities, youth clubs and all interested stakeholders worldwide to celebrate STEM careers and studies. What began a
Laura Gavrilut
Feb 81 min read


Beyond Command and Control: How Should We Rethink Human-AI Collaboration
On 28 January 2026, the THEMIS 5.0 project contributed to the online webinar “From Command to Collaboration: Reimagining the Human–AI Relationship”, jointly organised with the EU-funded projects THEMIS 5.0, TANGO, AI4REALNET, HumAInE, PEER AI and COMFORTage. The event brought together more than 50 participants from research, policy, and practice communities across Europe.

THEMIS 5.0
Feb 62 min read


THEMIS in ERCIM News: AI for Science Special Edition
Discover how THEMIS contributes to AI for Science in ERCIM News. Learn about trustworthy AI infrastructure for decision support in AI for Science.

THEMIS 5.0
Feb 31 min read


When Brits Say They Trust AI More Than Government, What Does That Really Mean?
Recent UK research on traditional media in the age of AI, by OnePoll for 72point, shows something striking: about 44% of UK adults say they trust artificial intelligence to deliver more truthful and factual information than they trust the government (38%), and social media influencers (24%). While traditional news outlets remain the most trusted at 55%.

THEMIS 5.0
Nov 13, 20253 min read


Exploring AI from a Social Perspective: THEMIS 5.0 at the Responsible AI Forum
Joan Meseguer Llopis from Fundación Valenciaport, recently participated as a speaker in the workshop “Artificial Intelligence from the Social Perspective,” organized by Forética at NTT DATA’s offices in Madrid, as part of the Responsible Artificial Intelligence Forum.

THEMIS 5.0
Nov 4, 20252 min read


Policy Brief: AI Your Way - Trusted, Scalable & Ready to Deliver
New policy brief AI, Your Way: Trusted, Scalable, and Ready to Deliver, which distills insights from the AI, Data and Robotics Forum (ADRF) 2025 workshop co-organized by five Horizon Europe projects: THEMIS 5.0, TANGO, AI4RealNet, PEER AI, and HumAIne.

THEMIS 5.0
Oct 24, 20252 min read


When AI Makes a Mistake Why Do We Judge It Differently?
Imagine this: You’re in a hospital waiting room. Two people give you the wrong diagnosis, one is a human doctor, the other an AI system. Most of us would forgive the human after all even doctors make mistakes, but we lose faith in the AI instantly.

THEMIS 5.0
Aug 29, 20253 min read


Will AI Soon Have Credit Scores of Trust?
Imagine checking your AI’s trust score before using it, much like checking a credit score before a loan. What if every AI system carried a dynamic trust index based on performance, fairness, user feedback, and regulatory compliance?

THEMIS 5.0
Aug 21, 20252 min read


Why Human Oversight in AI Governance Matters More Than Ever
As Europe takes a historic step toward regulating artificial intelligence with the adoption of the EU AI Act, a critical question is gaining attention: can we ensure fairness in AI systems without meaningful human oversight?

THEMIS 5.0
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Paper: Better Together: Human Oversight and Fairness in the EU AI Act
As discussions around the governance of artificial intelligence (AI) continue to evolve, a new paper published in the Cambridge Forum on...

THEMIS 5.0
Jun 20, 20252 min read


The Importance of Trusting AI in Industry
Explore why trusting AI in Industry is crucial for innovation and success. Learn how AI in Industry impacts sectors like healthcare, finance

THEMIS 5.0
Jan 3, 20253 min read


THEMIS 5.0 Co-Creation Series: How Will Artificial Intelligence Impact Disinformation in the Media?
In the final section of our Co-Creation series, we look at how Artificial Intelligence will impact the level of disinformation in the media.

THEMIS 5.0
Dec 10, 20244 min read


THEMIS Coordinator Pioneers Trustworthy AI at the GenAI Summit in Athens
Hara Stefanou, from Gruppo Maggioli, champions Trustworthy AI at the GenAI Summit, emphasizing ethical principles and legal compliance.

THEMIS 5.0
Nov 21, 20242 min read


Join THEMIS at CONVERSATIONS 2024: Exploring the Future of Chatbots and Human-Centered AI
Join THEMIS at CONVERSATIONS 2024 to explore the future of chatbots and Human-Centered AI. Discover Themis 5.0 and groundbreaking AI researc

THEMIS 5.0
Nov 20, 20241 min read


What Practices Are Prohibited Under the European Union AI Act?
In today’s blog we shall see which practices have been prohibited by the Commission regarding the use of AI. EU AI Act Chapter II Article 5.

THEMIS 5.0
Nov 19, 20243 min read


THEMIS 5.0 at the AI Data and Robotics Forum 2024: A Dual Perspective on Trust and Human-Centric AI
Discover how the THEMIS Project made waves at the AI Data and Robotics Forum 2024, offering insights into human-centric AI and trustworthine

THEMIS 5.0
Nov 5, 20244 min read


THEMIS 5.0 Co-Creation Series: 1) A Look at our Workshop Methodology
As part of the THEMIS 5.0 project, we are thrilled to share the outcomes of our first co-creation series through a series of blog posts....

THEMIS 5.0
Sep 3, 20244 min read


THEMIS 5.0 at the ADRA Virtual European Convergence Summit 2024: Pioneering Trustworthy AI for a Sustainable Future
Uncover the pioneering THEMIS 5.0's mission at the ADRA Virtual European Convergence Summit 2024, dedicated to building Trustworthy AI for a

THEMIS 5.0
Jun 20, 20242 min read


AI in Everyday Life: How Technology Has Entered into Our Daily Routines
Discover how AI has seamlessly integrated into our daily routines, from optimizing navigation routes to enhancing home assistants. Read more

Bella Callaway
May 7, 20243 min read
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