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Written with Jasmine Wright January 2020 Read the full report This report examines the ethical, security, and consent-related challenges associated with deploying artificial intelligence (AI) systems for vulnerable populations in humanitarian and disaster response contexts. It highlights that while these technologies are often implemented with…

Written with Stephanie Tran December 2019 Read the full report This report offers a primer on the current state of quantum computing and its potential future impacts, aiming to cut through industry hype to provide a realistic assessment for humanitarian organizations. While quantum computers operate…

Written with Joanna Misiura May 2019 Read the full report The report explores the integration of conversational agents into humanitarian work, assessing their potential as tools for communication, data collection, and education. It distinguishes between different types of chatbots—low-level, rule-based systems; mid-level keyword-based agents; and…

Written with RJ Reid March 2019 Read the full report Situational awareness is a critical component of effective humanitarian response, enabling organizations to better understand, anticipate, and react to dynamic emergency environments. This report provides a landscape analysis of the tools, services, and strategies necessary…

Written with Irene Solaiman March 2019 Read the full report This report examines the intersection of cybersecurity, data protection, and blockchain technology within the humanitarian sector. As humanitarian organizations increasingly rely on digitized data for crisis response and resource allocation, they face heightened risks from…