Kostina Prifti

Kostina Prifti is a Researcher at the Erasmus School of Law, Erasmus University Rotterdam, specializing in the Innovation of Public Law. Her work focuses on artificial intelligence governance, legal theory, sustainability justice, and the intersection of technology with public policy. She has organized major conferences such as the Law, AI and Regulation Conference 2023, and delivered invited talks on topics like AI accountability and human rights governance.

Her research interests include regulatory design for emerging technologies, pragmatist legal philosophy, and systemic approaches to justice in sustainability and energy transitions. Notable contributions include a doctoral thesis on regulating AI by design and co-editing the book Digital Governance: Confronting the Challenges Posed by Artificial Intelligence.

Prifti’s recent publications analyze governance frameworks for AI, sustainability justice trends, and legal implementation of distributive justice in transitions. Her work frequently combines systematic reviews with normative legal analysis, addressing gaps in accountability mechanisms for digital systems.

She has actively participated in academic activities including organizing events, delivering keynote lectures, and collaborating internationally on projects related to AI ethics, energy justice, and digital transparency. Her research has been cited in peer-reviewed journals and policy discussions, emphasizing practical solutions for regulatory challenges in rapidly evolving technological landscapes.