by Editor BGF | Jan 11, 2026 | World Leader for Peace and Security, News, World Leaders in AIWS Award Updates
LOS ANGELES – January 6, 2026 by Nick Patsaouras
The UCLA premiere of “Dukakis: Recipe for Democracy,” a short documentary directed by Erin Trahan and Jeff Schmidt, offers film audiences a profound opportunity to reflect on a familiar figure in public life—Governor Michael Dukakis. The film presents him not as a campaign artifact of the past, but as a vibrant, continuing presence in our global civic fabric.
A Legacy in Action
The screening at UCLA is particularly fitting. Universities are places where ideas are tested over time, and where the value of a leader’s experience is weighed not by electoral outcomes alone, but by the habits of thought and action a life leaves behind.
Today, that legacy is more active than ever. As the Co-founder and Chairman of the Boston Global Forum (BGF), Governor Dukakis has transitioned from state leadership to global stewardship, guiding the development of the AI World Society (AIWS) and a New Social Contract for the AI Age.
Democracy as a Practice
The documentary captures Dukakis in his later years: teaching, walking his neighborhood, and making soup. The central metaphor—democracy as something that must be tended, prepared patiently, and shared—works because it is understated. It reminds us that democracy is not a spectacle, but a practice sustained by participation and care.
Governor Dukakis applies this same “patient tending” to the future of technology. As the Co-author of the landmark initiative and book, “America at 250: A Beacon for the AI Age,” he bridges the fundamental values of the American Revolution with the complexities of the 21st century. His work emphasizes that for AI to flourish, it must be anchored in the democratic principles of transparency, accountability, and human rights.
Consistency Over Calculation
For the Greek-American audience, and for a broader public concerned with the character of civic life, Michael Dukakis stands as an example of a life lived with consistency rather than calculation. He has remained “legible”—transparent and accessible—to supporters, critics, and students alike.
Whether he is teaching a class at UCLA or Northeastern, or chairing a global forum on AI ethics in Boston, his message remains the same: public service is fundamental to our life as a community.
Honoring the Future
In observing Dukakis, we honor something larger: the idea that democracy, like any enduring human project, is sustained by those willing to care for it over time. Through his leadership at the Boston Global Forum and his vision for America at 250, Governor Dukakis continues to prove that the “recipe” for democracy is an evolving one—one that now requires the integration of humanity’s quintessence with the power of Artificial Intelligence.
Ask yourself: what does each one of us have to offer to this changing theater of politics and technology? In Michael Dukakis, we find a steady, guiding light.
https://humanities.ucla.edu/event/screening-of-award-winning-short-documentary-dukakis-recipe-for-democracy-directed-by-erin-trahan-and-jeff-schmidt/
by Editor BGF | Jan 11, 2026 | News
On the morning of January 8, 2026, at the Grand Hall of Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST), the university collaborated with VLAB Innovation and VietNamNet Newspaper to organize the seminar “Dialogue on AI World Society – Opportunities and Solutions for Vietnam.”
The event aimed to exchange and clarify core societal issues in the era of Artificial Intelligence (AI), ranging from development opportunities and innovation to challenges in governance, ethics, and social impact.
The seminar brought together numerous domestic and international experts, including: Mr. Nguyen Anh Tuan – CEO of the Boston Global Forum (BGF); Dr. Glen Weyl – Founder of the Plurality Institute and Ph.D. in Economics from Princeton University; Mr. Nguyen Song Nam – CEO of VLAB Innovation; along with representatives from various organizations and students interested in the field of AI.
In his opening remarks, Professor Vu Van Yem – Vice President of Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST) – affirmed that the seminar is deeply topical and strategic, addressing a core question: As AI becomes increasingly ubiquitous, how can we ensure this technology promotes human dignity, accountability, and collective prosperity instead of undermining those values?
From the perspective of a leading technical and technological university, the Vice President of HUST emphasized that the university’s responsibility extends beyond training human resources; it also includes contributing to the system of standards, solutions, and AI development orientations based on scientific evidence.
According to Prof. Vu Van Yem, HUST is currently implementing three strategic focuses to adapt to the AI era.
Mr. Nguyen Anh Tuan – CEO of the Boston Global Forum – delivered a presentation titled “AI World Society and Opportunities for Vietnam.”
Mr. Tuan noted that HUST’s approach to AI aligns with the direction of the “AI World Society” — a concept featured in the book “AI World Society: 30-Year U.S.-Vietnam Partnership, from Nha Trang to Boston (1995-2025),” co-authored by Harvard Professor Thomas E. Patterson and himself.
He also shared a personal story about his journey with technology, expressing his belief that Vietnam should not merely follow and learn but must aim for innovation and create products with a global impact. According to Mr. Nguyen Anh Tuan, Vietnam has an opportunity to realize new ideas for an AI social model when higher education institutions, prominently HUST, pioneer the transformation of vision into practice.
Please read the full article regarding this event on the Hanoi University of Science and Technology website at the following link:
https://hust.edu.vn/vi/news/khoa-hoc-cong-nghe-dmst/co-hoi-phat-trien-mo-hinh-xa-hoi-tri-tue-nhan-tao-cho-viet-nam-655757.html
by Editor BGF | Jan 11, 2026 | News, Shaping Futures
General Agents has introduced Ace, a real-time “computer pilot” designed to operate across everyday software interfaces the way a human would—seeing the screen, navigating menus, and executing multi-step tasks directly through the user interface rather than relying only on APIs. This approach signals a major shift from “chat-based assistance” to autonomous action on the digital desktop—where speed, reliability, and safety become decisive. (SiliconANGLE)
In reporting on the agentic-computing race, WIRED highlighted Ace’s standout advantage: extremely low latency. Harsha Abegunasekara, CEO of a competing startup, credited General Agents with “cracking” speed—calling Ace “light speed” and noting rivals had not matched it despite months of work. (WIRED)
For BGF–AIWS, Ace illustrates both promise and urgency. “Action AI” can dramatically accelerate productivity—reducing friction in administration, operations, and service delivery. But as agents gain the power to do, not just suggest, governance must evolve: audit logs, per missioning, abuse prevention, transparency, and human responsibility must be designed in from day one.
This is where AIWS principles matter: an AIWS Angel should not merely act fast—it should act ethically, explainable, and in service of human dignity. Ace is a glimpse of the near future; AIWS is the blueprint for ensuring that future remains trustworthy.
https://www.wired.com/story/jeff-bezos-new-ai-company-acquired-agentic-computing-startup/
by Editor BGF | Jan 11, 2026 | Global Alliance for Digital Governance
HANOI – January 5, 2026 – At the headquarters of the Vietnam Union of Science and Technology Associations (VUSTA), Professor Pham Ngoc Linh, Standing Vice President of VUSTA, hosted a high-level working session with the leadership of the Boston Global Forum (BGF) on the theme: “AI World Society (AIWS) and Opportunities for Vietnam.”
The visiting delegation was led by Mr. E. (Eric) Glen Weyl, Founder and Research Lead for Special Projects at Microsoft Research, and Mr. Nguyen Anh Tuan, Co-Founder and Co-Chairman of the Boston Global Forum (BGF).
The meeting focused on the latest advancements in the AI era and strategic pathways for Vietnam to leverage modern governance models for breakthrough development. During the session, Mr. Nguyen Anh Tuan and Mr. Glen Weyl introduced four pivotal strategic initiatives:
- AIWS Government 24/7: A model for continuous, uninterrupted governance built on intelligence and ethics, designed to optimize administrative efficiency and serve citizens and businesses anytime, anywhere.
- AIWS-DASI Digital Asset Standards: The “Digital Asset Standard Initiative” (DASI), which provides frameworks to identify and protect transparent digital asset values, ensuring integrity in the new economy.
- AI World Society and Plurality in the Digital Age: A vision for a human-centric society where AI technology is harnessed to uphold human dignity, diversity, and collective prosperity.
- Humanity’s Quintessence Project (Tinhhoa.ai): A digital sanctuary for the world’s most significant intellectual achievements. This project is a strategic collaboration between BGF and Tri Thuc Publishing House (under VUSTA), operating under the slogan: “Humanity’s Quintessence for the AI Age.”
A major highlight of the session was a presentation by Mr. Glen Weyl on the concept of “Plurality” and the eponymous book he co-authored with Audrey Tang. The presentation offered profound perspectives on collaborative synergy and how technology can empower diverse communities.
Representing VUSTA and Vietnamese partners were the Leaders of VUSTA; Ms. Bui Thi Thu Hang, Director of Tri Thuc Publishing House; and members of the publishing house’s Global Innovation Board, including Ambassador Vu Quang Minh (Former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs), Mr. Nguyen Minh Tu (Chairman of SVTech), and prominent leaders from the technology sector.
In his concluding remarks, GS.TS. Pham Ngoc Linh highly commended the visionary solutions presented. He emphasized that collaboration between domestic scientific organizations and world-leading scholars like Glen Weyl, alongside prestigious institutions like the Boston Global Forum, offers Vietnam a significant opportunity to master AI technology in a human-centric and sustainable manner.
The event concluded with a shared commitment to the upcoming Vietnam Science and Technology Forum in the AI Era and the official launch of Tinhhoa.ai, aiming to disseminate global wisdom to the Vietnamese intellectual community and the public.
by Editor BGF | Jan 10, 2026 | Papers & Reports, Publications
A National Civic Writing & Listening Network for the AI Age
For: America at 250 – A Beacon for the AI Age (2026)
Proposed by: Nguyen Anh Tuan, Global Governance Architect; Co-Founder, Co-Chair & CEO, Boston Global Forum (BGF); Creator of AIWS
What ACV Is
America Civic Voice (ACV) is a national civic writing and listening network that protects free expression with responsibility—turning citizens’ lived experience into constructive, actionable input for democratic governance in the AI Age.
Why It Matters Now
America’s democracy is overloaded by polarization and noise, while real needs too often go unheard. ACV restores productive civic voice and converts it into clear, ethical signals for modern governance—aligned with AIWS Government 24/7.
Core Outcomes
- Protect rights + responsibility: free expression with clear integrity safeguards
• Rebuild trust: “We heard you → Here’s what changed” feedback loops
• Increase speed + quality of governance: faster issue detection, clearer priorities, better decisions
• Reduce polarization: elevate common ground and practical solutions across communities
ACV System (4 Parts)
1) Civic Writing Platform (Web/Mobile)
Prompted civic writing for stories, problems, proposals, and evidence—not slogans.
Supported formats: short testimony, community reports, solution sketches, and “what worked” case notes.
2) Civic Listening & Synthesis (AI-assisted; human-governed)
AI clusters input into themes, tradeoffs, and urgent alerts, producing weekly and monthly briefs, with human editorial review and governance oversight.
Outputs are explainable and accompanied by review notes and uncertainty flags.
3) Responsibility & Trust Layer
Clear civic integrity standards:
• No doxxing, no incitement, no dehumanization, no coordinated manipulation
• Transparent summaries + audit notes + bias checks + appeals mechanism
• Optional identity verification (with privacy-preserving design)
4) Government Interface (AIWS Government 24/7 Link)
Feeds citizen signals into:
• 24/7 Citizen Service Portal (case routing, tracking, and response)
• Transparency & Trust Dashboard (performance, integrity, outcomes)
Governance & Safeguards
- Nonpartisan Civic Trust Board (civil rights leaders, academia, journalism, local leaders, youth, veterans, and faith voices)
• Constitutional alignment and public accountability
• Independent reviews and published standards
Flagship Use Cases
- Service failures (healthcare access, housing, infrastructure, public safety)
• Community reconciliation dialogues (shared prompts; visible common ground)
• “Signal vs. noise” civic priority maps (local/state/national)
• Citizen solutions pipeline (highlight ideas; connect to partners)
Integration pathway (Pentland / deliberation.io): ACV can integrate with deliberation.io and related large-scale dialogue methods advanced by MIT Professor Alex “Sandy” Pentland (BGF Board Member) and collaborators, enabling structured civic deliberation at scale—finding common ground, surfacing tradeoffs, and translating citizen input into policy-relevant signals (deliberation reports and tradeoff memos). This strengthens ACV’s Dialogue & Civic Participation Layer, complementing civic writing with facilitated deliberation sessions and measurable governance follow-through.
Metrics
- Participation diversity + retention
• Constructive content ratio and integrity outcomes (appeals, removals, transparency score)
• Time-to-insight + time-to-action (issue → acknowledged → resolved)
• Trust indicators (public satisfaction, repeat engagement)
• Civic impact (services improved, conflicts reduced, solutions adopted)
America at 250 Legacy Statement
At America’s 250th anniversary, ACV renews the founding promise: a democracy that listens to its people. By combining freedom with responsibility—and AI with ethics—ACV becomes a cornerstone of AIWS Government 24/7 and a model for democratic renewal in the AI Age.
