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Data centers aren't the problem -- poor prioritization is
Data centers are portrayed as a threat to Norwegian industry and the power system. The figures show that the risks lie in unclear frameworks, not in the data centres themselves.
A new project for the state: The baby package
Stewardship of the natural resources and the welfare state are two of our nation's greatest triumphs. What is the next big project for A/S Norway?
Input to the strategy for Norway's cooperation with the World Bank
Norway should see its cooperation with the World Bank, particularly IDA, as more than an aid tool - it should be part of our long-term strategy to contribute to a stable and resilient world with less inequality and less poverty. Here are nine inputs on how.
The world's top AI scientist warns of the dangers of artificial intelligence. Dismissing him is risky.
He has outlined one of the best solution proposals so far.
Norway needs a new national project
Norway and Europe must find a third way in the shadow of China and the United States.
Norwegian aid can accomplish much more if it is prioritized correctly. Here are suggestions on how
Below are two proposals for structural measures in the aid budget, and then two concrete budget amendments that can save free up room for action for new initiatives (a total of NOK 1 billion in 2026).
Data centers are the infrastructure of the future — not a sidetrack in energy policy
The debate over data centers is dominated by concerns about power use and nature encroachment. But data centers are becoming a new form of critical infrastructure. The crucial question is not how many we will have, but what terms Norway will govern them according to.
The death of the aid percentage: An analysis of what Norwegian aid goes to
Never before has the share of Norwegian aid going to poverty reduction and development been lower.
Here are two suggestions for how the Oil Fund can be run ethically
When we invest in companies that contribute to violations of international law, we profit from the suffering of others. That's not necessarily problematic.
Input to Development Minister in Light of Global Aid Cuts
Global aid cuts must have consequences for Norwegian priorities.
Media coverage
Media Matters in Connection with Launch of Long-Sight Expert Panel on Artificial Intelligence: The Ten Commandments of Ki
There have been media cases in Altinget, Nettavisen, Kode24, Shifter, ComputerWorld, Observator and Dagens Medisin in connection with the launch of the ten Ki-commandments.
Government gets AI advice
Aksel Braanen Sterri debated State Secretary at the Ministry of Digitalization and Management Marianne Wilhelmsen (AP) on Dagsnytt 18 in connection with the launch of the ten Ki bids.
Launches ten AI Commandments for Norway: — The power imbalance is frightening
Could Norway end up like Venezuela or Nigeria because of the AI development? That's what a group of experts and executives fear. Aftenposten has written about the launch of Langsikt's expert committee at KI.
Sigrid Bratlie at the Research Conversation 2025: The Battle for Truth
How do new technologies affect democracy, and how can free and independent research play a role in strengthening democracy and societal development? Senior Advisor Sigrid Bratlie attended the Research Conversation 2025, where recordings can be viewed at the link.
What does Norwegian climate finance achieve?
Eirik Mofoss presented at Tekna his seminar on Langsikt's note on how Norfund's climate investment fund should be scaled up.
I think the aid has a PR problem
Panorama Nyheter has written about attitudes towards aid, referring to the Ipsos survey on aid that Long Term designed.
Warns against AI development: “Then we're fucked
Senior Advisor at Langsikt, Tellef S. Raabe, fears for the revenue base of the media industry when ChatGPT is supposed to update users on news.
Want to cut corporate taxes: -- Should do something to get more investment
Trade Council member Kristoffer Berg is interviewed in E24 about the Long-Term memo “Tax policy for the future”.
Fewer journalists, more KI — who powers the walls?
Senior Advisor Tellef Raabe on the podcast Behind the News with Elin Ludvigsen to discuss KI and the media.
Camilla Stoltenberg on podcast about global health
Trade Council member Camilla Stoltenberg speaks on global health on Liberal Halftime. In 2024, she chaired the Stoltenberg Committee on Global Health, where Long Term was one of the principals.