Frontiers of Data Technologies: Closing the tech divide for humanitarian and development

The potential of frontier data technologies like Big Data or AI to improve humanitarian and development work is immense. Yet, realizing its potential requires technology, talent and data resources harder to find in vulnerable and challenged areas. While recent analysis shows average returns of $32 for every $1 invested in strengthening data systems in low- and middle-income countries, the gap between data technology and the needs of the most vulnerable keeps growing. Our speakers will offer complementary perspectives on the opportunities, needs and actions needed to close this critical gap, shedding light at the intersections between closing the data divide, social good and core business.