Practical Insights on Technology for ICT4D Projects

Giving Thanks to ChatGPT: 4 Ways to Use GenAI Today in Digital Development

Giving Thanks to ChatGPT: 4 Ways to Use GenAI Today in Digital Development

Published on: Nov 28 2024 by Wayan Vota - Leave a Comment
There are many Generative AI tools that are revolutionizing digital development. A recent World Bank report found that ChatGPT is by far the most popular. USAID...
Data Localization Is a Political Decision, Not a Technological One

Data Localization Is a Political Decision, Not a Technological One

Published on: Nov 27 2024 by Wayan Vota - 9 Comments
Governments are passing regulations that require companies to store certain data on servers located within national borders. These data localization laws are restricting...
Apply Now: $250,000 for African Clean Energy Projects for Off-Grid Communities

Apply Now: $250,000 for African Clean Energy Projects for Off-Grid Communities

Published on: Nov 25 2024 by Wayan Vota - 4 Comments
  African communities need sustainable energy access, renewable off-grid solutions, and clean electrification of unserved and underserved communities in Africa....
Climate Impact Is the Worst Reason to Say No to Generative AI

Climate Impact Is the Worst Reason to Say No to Generative AI

Published on: Nov 21 2024 by Wayan Vota - 2 Comments
I created a digital twin using Generative AI to test how well the technology can mimic human writing patterns. Spoiler alert: GenAI is not replacing me anytime...
The Kozma Test for Artificial General Intelligence: Can AI End Global Poverty?

The Kozma Test for Artificial General Intelligence: Can AI End Global Poverty?

Published on: Oct 31 2024 by Wayan Vota - 9 Comments
In 1950, Alan Turing famously proposed the “Turing Test” to measure machine intelligence. If a machine could engage in a conversation indistinguishable from...
Please Stop Conjuring Blockchain Pilots in Humanitarian Relief Programs

Please Stop Conjuring Blockchain Pilots in Humanitarian Relief Programs

Published on: Oct 30 2024 by Nadia Andrada - 3 Comments
Blockchain technology has been lauded as a solution to longstanding development issues, with proponents claiming it can bring unprecedented transparency, accountability,...
How InkubaLM is Revolutionizing Locally-Led Development in Africa

How InkubaLM is Revolutionizing Locally-Led Development in Africa

Published on: Sep 26 2024 by Wayan Vota - Leave a Comment
Language diversity on the African continent is both a cultural strength and a technological challenge. With over 2,000 spoken languages, mainstream artificial intelligence...
Enhancing Information Delivery and Value in Development Projects

Enhancing Information Delivery and Value in Development Projects

Published on: Sep 13 2024 by Guest Writer - Leave a Comment
In the pursuit of achieving the SDGs, the importance of improving how we access, utilize, and disseminate information is critical. While infrastructure and equipment...
How Will Quantum Computing Impact International Development? 

How Will Quantum Computing Impact International Development? 

Published on: Sep 11 2024 by Guest Writer - Comments Off on How Will Quantum Computing Impact International Development? 
Quantum computing is an emerging technology that seeks to exploit the laws of quantum mechanics to process information with unprecedented speed and efficiency. Given...
Why OpenRAN is a Strategic Imperative for International Development Programs

Why OpenRAN is a Strategic Imperative for International Development Programs

Published on: Sep 10 2024 by Wayan Vota - Comments Off on Why OpenRAN is a Strategic Imperative for International Development Programs
The global digital divide remains a critical barrier to inclusive development in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Access to affordable, reliable internet...