With my final academic oriented post, I will attempt to unpack the ethical implications of the use of digital surveillance and contact tracing in democratic societies compared to other political systems under the assumption that the latter is likely to pay less attention to the …
Hi again, as mentioned in my introduction post, I’m using this blog to explore my doubts when it comes to the rapid development of big data and its impact on social justice and equality. This time, I’m sharing some reflections after having read UN Habitat …
As a public health professional, I have always been a firm believer and supporter of data driven interventions. This prevents us from spending limited resources on reaching the wrong people. What do I mean by this? Take COVID-19 vaccines for example, if there is a …
Born and raised on a small-scale Swedish farm, I thought I knew what agriculture was. Fetching the cows, harvesting fodder, and even the part using technology – such as handling the milking machines and turning on the manure removers. But apparently, I had no idea. …
Introducing big data from satellite imagery in development contexts. Satellite imagery has become an invaluable source of data that can help improve levels of contextual awareness for international development. Reduced costs and improved quality of imagery collection technology are driving a new means of informing …
Hi there, let me present myself, I’m Sara A., probably one of the least “techy” writers on this blog. I’m a social anthropologist and have worked broadly with different aspects of innovation and design in big corporations, doing my best to represent the “human” side …
As I sit on the bus, commuting to work, my phone is always close at hand. This morning, as so many other mornings, I’m using it to listen to the radio. The reporter takes me to Dhaka and a woman tells me from the other …
Have you ever wondered what happens once you have added all your personal details into an online portal? What about the online ads that often appear to reflect your most recent search history? And this is only the tip of the iceberg. Social media apps, …
