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Digital platforms, models, and systems have become an important battleground for democracy. Authoritarians have weaponized technology and data. States struggle to balance human rights protections with national security considerations....
African countries have often trailed behind other regions in technological innovation. From the adoption of the telephone, electricity, and even the Internet, the continent frequently lags in embracing new technologies that...
In a world increasingly reliant on technology, digital public infrastructure (DPI) has emerged as a critical component of modern society. DPI has the potential to revolutionize the way public services are delivered. By leveraging...
Published on: Oct 07 2024 by Wayan Vota - Comments Off on Apply Now: $10 Million for Artificial Intelligence Projects Advancing Economic Mobility
We need to build evidence for how artificial intelligence can improve economic opportunity for low income people. That might mean streamlining access to services and benefits, enhancing job market intelligence, personalized...
Since 2000, access to electricity has increased dramatically across the globe, jumping from 75% of the global population to 90% by 2020. According to official counts, some 7 billion people now benefit from access to modern...
Published on: Oct 03 2024 by Guest Writer - Comments Off on 4 Insights on Assistive AI Solutions for People with Disabilities
Artificial intelligence technologies have the potential to improve the quality of life for marginalized populations, including people with disabilities. However, a majority of these AI solutions are designed for people in...
Published on: Oct 02 2024 by Guest Writer - Comments Off on How Can African Women Bridge the Digital Gender Gap?
There is a harsh reality in digital development: Women need much more than a phone to bridge the digital gender gap. They needed to overcome the gender norms that impede their access to basic digital literacy and technology...
Published on: Oct 01 2024 by Wayan Vota - Comments Off on Why Do LMIC Governments Want Artificial Intelligence Solutions?
As governments develop artificial intelligence strategies to manage the integration of AI within the private sector and its impact on social dynamics, a schism is developing between wealthier countries and lower-middle-income...
Published on: Sep 30 2024 by Wayan Vota - Comments Off on Apply Now: $20,000 for Digital Ideas to Reduce Government Corruption
Provision of public services in less-developed countries is rife with corruption problems. Corruption at the local level is particularly problematic and directly harms the poor. There is a clear link between citizen voice,...
In a recent episode of the “Building the Future” podcast, Christopher Burns, Chief Digital Development Officer at USAID, joined Romina Bandura of CSIS to explore USAID’s latest initiatives in digital...
