Secure elections in uncertain times

The election campaign in the USA is in full swing. The tone of the rivals is becoming harsher and mutual attacks are increasing dramatically. But the integrity of the democratic process itself is also increasingly threatened by cyber attacks and disinformation. Discussions about election security and the protection of democracy are on the rise. What role do journalists and newsrooms play in this complex environment? In our Fireside Chat, Richard Gutjahr joins Noreen Gillespie, a leading voice of Microsoft Democracy Forward, to discuss how the initiative can help secure and strengthen democratic elections in the US. What challenges and threats do Americans face when they go to the polls? How can transparency and trust in the electoral process be strengthened? And what are the latest technologies and strategies that are revolutionizing election security? Participants can expect an exciting discussion about the future of US elections and the critical role the media plays in it.