Johannes Schneider, Associate Professor of Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, had the opportunity to give several talks on the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) this month. His audiences were entirely different from one another, underscoring that AI is a subject of interest to everyone.

On June 4, Johannes Schneider delivered a lecture titled “AI: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow” during the lunchtime meeting of the Rotary Club Liechtenstein. He provided a fascinating insight into the world of artificial intelligence, presenting its development from the past to the present, highlighting the progress it has made as well as the limitations it still faces. He also took a glimpse into the future, using examples to discuss the potential impact of AI on areas such as business, education, and society.

On June 11, a specific application of AI—its use in companies—was the focus of his lecture. During a workshop hosted by SAP, Johannes Schneider spoke to a professional audience on “Governance of Generative AI for Companies.” Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), particularly large language models like ChatGPT, have rapidly found their way into companies, often without proper governance. This leads to risks and missed opportunities. Together with colleagues, Johannes Schneider proposed a governance framework for GenAI that defines the scope, objectives, and mechanisms for leveraging business opportunities while mitigating the risks associated with GenAI integration.

On June 25, Johannes Schneider was a speaker at the Campus Talk hosted by the University of Liechtenstein on the topic “AI – Benefit or Harm.” Artificial intelligence, which remained stagnant for a long time, is now undergoing rapid advancement. This development raises important questions: Why now? How does AI actually work? What does AI mean for us, and what risks and opportunities does it present? In his talk, Schneider addressed these questions using illustrative examples to foster understanding of AI and to inspire deeper reflection.

On May 29, 2024, the Liechtenstein School of Architecture was transformed into a lively center of celebration and reunion. This year's Architecture Summer Festival, combined with the Alumni Reunion and the opening of the summer exhibition, attracted around 150 enthusiastic visitors.

Beside employees and students of the university, over 40 alumnae and alumni of the University of Liechtenstein also attended. In addition to interested people from the region, graduates from countries such as Bulgaria and Germany also traveled to meet former fellow students and lecturers, sometimes with their entire families.

Awards for students of Architecture

Master's student Mustafa Karaaslan was awarded the ARCC King Medal. Bachelor student Valérie Winkelmann received the prize for outstanding commitment to the LSA.

From UniLi for UniLi

While the team from the student office «Spinnerei» supplied the visitors with drinks at the bar, the BBQ was provided by an alumnus of the University of Liechtenstein. And the musical accompaniment of the evening was also characterized by members of the «UniLi family»: The band «Betonleiter» with Prof. Urs Meister, the alumni Simon Egger and Loris Vogt as well as the bachelor’s student Noah Laternser created a vibrant atmosphere with their self-written songs in the architecture workshop.

Active campus life

The Architecture Summer Festival has been one of the fixed events of Campus Life for several years. And in combination with the Student for a Day for prospective students, the RIBA accreditation and the summer party for employees, the day became a special highlight for the University of Liechtenstein this academic year.

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Last Wednesday, 35 children explored the realm of rules at the Children’s University. Staff members from the Chair for Banking and Financial Market Law answered questions for children aged 8 to 12, such as why rules are necessary and what happens when you don’t follow them.

In interactive workshops, they examined how laws are created and what rights and responsibilities children have. Together, they explored why rules and laws are essential for harmonious coexistence. The children even had the chance to draft their own law and dress up as prince or head of government.

The adult program focused on the topic of rights, responsibilities, and realities in modern parenting. Accompanying adults were invited to deepen their knowledge of the legal aspects of parenthood, an offer that was enthusiastically taken up.

Alongside childcare for 4- to 7-year-olds and a snack with drinks and fresh fruit, the afternoon proved to be both informative and exciting for the whole family.

As part of a legal dialogue, ECtHR President Síofra O'Leary visited the University of Liechtenstein together with Liechtenstein’s judge at the ECtHR, Carlo Ranzoni. The event, organized by the Liechtenstein Executive School, was opened by Prof. Dr. Alexandra Butterstein, Dean of the Liechtenstein Business Law School, and Foreign Minister Dominique Hasler.

Before an audience of numerous interested participants from the judiciary, academia, and civil society, O'Leary delivered a speech on the duties of the ECtHR and the significance of its case law for Liechtenstein and Europe. In her address, she emphasized the central role of the Court in safeguarding human rights and fundamental freedoms across Europe. She stressed the importance of all Council of Europe member states respecting and implementing the Court's decisions. Furthermore, she highlighted the necessity of a strong and independent judiciary to ensure the protection of human rights.

O'Leary also addressed current challenges faced by the ECtHR, including the rising number of cases and the need to improve procedural efficiency without compromising the quality of judicial decisions. She praised the close cooperation between Liechtenstein and the ECtHR and acknowledged Liechtenstein’s continued efforts to promote and protect human rights at the national level.

Hilmar Hoch, President of the Constitutional Court of the Principality of Liechtenstein, gave a keynote speech on the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) in the case law of the Constitutional Court. He emphasized the vital importance of the ECHR for national jurisprudence, explaining how its principles and provisions are reflected in the Court’s rulings and stressing that the ECHR is a fundamental component of Liechtenstein’s legal framework.

Carlo Ranzoni, Liechtenstein’s judge at the ECtHR, moderated the event and the subsequent discussion with representatives from academia and legal practice, including Prof. Dr. Konstantina Papathanasiou and Hugo Vogt.