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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So long, farewell..

Authors: Isabelle, Malin, Charles and Liene Picture credit: Mingwei Lim on Unsplash Although this is not our final post, we would like to bid adieu to our readers. We at HumanitarAI have truly enjoyed diving into the dynamic intersection of datafication, AI, and social media, exploring how these tools are reshaping humanitarian …

Cyberspace – a place to conquer and the Brussels Effect

As I mentioned in my first post, conflict is all around us. When I started this blog, the Western media was talking exclusively about the Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine and their ongoing fight on the ground and in the online world (Bond, 2023). However, things have changed. On October …

Using data to control resistance: Key takeaways from lecture with Belarusian oppositional leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya

On October 9, Belarusian oppositional leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visited the University of Copenhagen for an open lecture “Resilience and courage three years on”. Discussion covered topics about why she decided to run for the presidential elections in Belarus 2020, the current laws in the country that targets media and engagement …

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 …