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Written with Alex Muller and Kenny Meester April 2021 Read the full report The humanitarian sector faces an exponential increase in data collection, yet organizations frequently struggle to estimate or articulate the costs associated with these exercises. This lack of transparency with donors, governments, and management underscores…

Written with Camille Oren May 2020 Read the full report This report explores how the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the capabilities of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) within the humanitarian sector. As drone hardware and AI-driven image analysis become more sophisticated, these tools…

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…