Africa: AI in Africa - 5 Issues That Must Be Tackled for Digital Equality: [The Conversation Africa] If it's steered correctly, artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to accelerate development. It can drive breakthroughs in agriculture. It can expand access to healthcare and education. It can boost financial inclusion and strengthen democratic participation. http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TNJ7bc #AIinAfrica #DigitalEquality #ArtificialIntelligence #TechForGood #AgriTech

Le 17 mai, c’est la Journée mondiale des télécommunications. Cette année, focus sur l’égalité numérique femmes-hommes : un enjeu crucial pour une tech plus juste et inclusive.

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Die laptop te oud voor Windows-updates, te goed om weg te gooien?

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"The researchers emphasize that these findings raise concerns about #digitalequality. As user interfaces have grown increasingly complex, #practicealone is no longer enough, #cognitiveability is now a key factor in successfully navigating digital environments.

It is clear that differences between individuals cannot be eliminated simply by means of training; in the future, user interfaces need to be streamlined for simpler use. This age-old goal has been forgotten at some point, and awkwardly designed interfaces have become a driver for the digital divide. We cannot promote a deeper and more equal use of computers in society unless we solve this basic problem,”

https://scitechdaily.com/new-study-a-lack-of-intelligence-not-training-may-be-why-people-struggle-with-computers/

Powering an Inclusive Future: The Impact on Digital Equality

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Access to the internet should be considered a fundamental human right.

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"Donne Avanti" per ridurre il gap di genere digitale a Ragusa

Donne Avanti” è un progetto innovativo che promuove percorsi per l’apprendimento delle competenze digitali in Sicilia rivolto a 150 donne

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Rebooting digital equality: FCC to restore net neutrality, reversing Trump-era repeal | Salon.com

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FCC to reverse Trump, restore Net Neutrality rules April 25

On April 25, the Federal Communications Commission will vote to restore a policy destroyed by Trump Admin

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Regulations around AI evolve: Striving for equality and access. #AIRegulation #DigitalEquality

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The impact of AI on society | LinkedIn

In the evolving landscape of AI, particularly generative AI, optimism is high about its ability to revolutionize industries and benefit humanity. Despite ethical concerns, such as data privacy and bias, AI's potential for enhancing efficiency and decision-making shines bright. Our journey includes addressing regulatory needs and ensuring equitable access, aiming to minimize inequalities. As we look ahead, AI promises to be a dynamic force in reshaping our world, fostering innovation and progress. But: Are we smart enough or are we getting outsmarted by technology? Let’s hear what Ray Wang of Constellation Research has to say. In der sich entwickelnden Landschaft der KI, insbesondere der generativen KI, herrscht großer Optimismus über ihre Fähigkeit, Branchen zu revolutionieren und der Menschheit zu nutzen. Trotz ethischer Bedenken, wie Datenschutz und Voreingenommenheit, strahlt das Potenzial der KI, Effizienz und Entscheidungsfindung zu verbessern, hell. Unsere Reise beinhaltet die Ansprache regulatorischer Bedürfnisse und die Gewährleistung eines gerechten Zugangs, um Ungleichheiten zu minimieren. Wenn wir nach vorne blicken, verspricht KI eine dynamische Kraft zu sein, die unsere Welt umgestaltet und Innovation und Fortschritt fördert. Aber: Sind wir schlau genug, oder werden wir von der Technologie ausgetrickst? Lassen Sie uns hören, was Ray Wang von Constellation Research dazu zu sagen hat.

This article explores how interconnected virtual art collections can revolutionize cultural participation, breaking down barriers and promoting equality in the art world. Beyond traditional metrics, it introduces a novel, choice-based tool to capture users' meaningful engagement, fostering a new value proposition for art.

#DigitalEquality #arthistory #digitalculture

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Recruiting Collective Intelligence to Level Art World Stratification — DAHJ

Departing from the cultural impacts of physical museums, this article explores two significant virtual benefits of online digitized art collections. 

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