HumanitarAI delves into the dynamic intersection of datafication, AI, and social media, exploring how these tools are reshaping the way we approach humanitarian efforts and communication for development.
 
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Are we debunking fake news with fake news?

As previously mentioned in my past blog posts, deepfakes hold a major threat to women everywhere. But unfortunately, deepfakes are not only found on the darkest parts of the internet. A common misconception may be that deepfakes are only featured on the darkweb, but nowadays deepfakes are manipulating scientific publications …

Deepfakes: a data security issue or a gender issue?

I have never feared posting a selfie on FaceBook, or updating my headshot on LinkedIn.  However, deepfakes are a new phenomenon creating fear in everyday women just like myself. Deepfakes are a recent development, the term coined on the popular social media platform, Reddit, (van der Nagel, 2020). Unfortunately, the …

Real-time data for real-life change? Why we need to explore how technologies and data-driven communication impact conflict areas globally

The rise and rapid development of technologies and their digital application have propelled people and communities across the globe to change their interaction and communication patterns. AI, social media and other data-driven technologies have not only transformed how we communicate with friends and family in times of peace and stability, …

Welcome to Humanitar AI!

Authors: Charles, Isabelle, Liena, Lena and Malin With ever-evolving technologies, datafication, artificial intelligence (AI), and social media has emerged as a powerful catalyst likely to impact all areas of society, including the development sector. As we navigate the complexities of these transformative technologies, they also reveal ethical concerns, such as …