Artificial intelligence drives debates on book preservation and algorithmic governance

The intersection of artificial intelligence and traditional media is driving new discussions regarding data ethics and corporate governance. In Mantova, the XIV edition of the ‘Mantova Libri Mappe Stampe’ event, scheduled for September 19-20, 2026, will examine the value of physical books in an era of advanced robotics and databases. The event follows reports regarding Amazon’s practice of scanning rare and out-of-print books for digital content, a process that sometimes involves destroying the original physical copies.

Simultaneously, the implementation of transparency obligations under Article 50 of the European Union’s AI Act is shifting the focus of AI from a purely technological tool to a matter of corporate governance. Experts suggest that in an ‘algorithmic economy,’ businesses must move beyond simple digitalization to focus on the governance of algorithms. This includes managing transparency, accountability, and traceability, making AI oversight a central responsibility for boards of directors rather than just IT departments.