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Governing the invisible: Deep-sea debris, lessons from space, and AI innovation for global commons governance

Isabel Novo-Corti1, Diana-Mihaela Țîrcă2, Xose Picatoste1

  • 1ECOBAS (Economics and Business Administration for Society) Interuniversity Research Centre, University Institute of Maritime Studies, EDaSS Reseach Group on Economic Development and Social Sustainability, Department of Econommics, University of A Coruña, A Coruña, Spain.

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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Effective governance and enforcement are crucial for managing deep-sea debris, a global commons challenge. Technological innovation, including AI and robotics, is most effective when supported by strong regulatory frameworks to prevent irreversible ecological damage.

Area of Science:

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  • International Relations
  • Technological Governance

Background:

  • Deep-sea debris poses a significant global commons challenge, mirroring risks associated with space debris.
  • The accumulation of deep-sea debris is characterized by dynamic externalities, tipping points, and potential irreversibility.

Purpose of the Study:

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