Transforming whistleblowing through digital trust. a comparative study of South Africa and Switzerland
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2026
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04B - Conference paper
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Society 5.0. 5th International Conference Society 5.0 2025, San Benedetto Del Tronto, Italy, June 25–27, 2025, Revised Selected Papers
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Communications in Computer and Information Science (CCIS)
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2787
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124-137
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Springer
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San Benedetto Del Tronto
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Abstract
This exploratory research investigates digital trust as a framework for whistleblowing, comparing South Africa and Switzerland. Whistleblowing efficacy hinges on trust in political systems, processes, reporting tools, and whistleblower protections. We identify digital trust as transformative for whistleblowing mechanisms across contrasting societal frameworks. The methodology encompasses literature review of digital trust concepts, innovations, and legal frameworks. Preliminary findings show notable differences between South African, Swiss and European Union whistleblowing approaches. This research provides insights for policymakers, technology developers, and civil society organizations to foster secure, trust-based whistleblowing mechanisms.
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5th International Conference Society 5.0 2025
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25.06.2025
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27.06.2025
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978-3-032-15462-0
978-3-032-15463-7
978-3-032-15463-7
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English
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Published
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peer-reviewed
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Grieder, H., Asprion, P., Hattingh, M., & Norta, A. (2026). Transforming whistleblowing through digital trust. a comparative study of South Africa and Switzerland. In F. Corradini, K. Hinkelmann, H. Smuts, & B. Re (Eds.), Society 5.0. 5th International Conference Society 5.0 2025, San Benedetto Del Tronto, Italy, June 25–27, 2025, Revised Selected Papers (pp. 124–137). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-032-15463-7_11