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Tag: digital
Online journalism is addictive and has side effects too – try a dopamine fast
My first memory of online news was the ‘what’s new’ section of Compuserve. The world of online journalism is vastly different today.
Twitter’s ban on political advertising will not stop disinformation
‘A political message earns reach when people decide to follow an account or retweet. Paying for reach removes that decision, … More
Explainer: United Nations E-Government Survey
Every year, volunteers across the globe gather together (virtually) to assess all governmental portals and burden themselves with the arduous … More
How to protest in a digital age
There are many ways in which we can protest. If you are unhappy about government or angry about a certain … More
How modern technology is causing an increase in chaotic voluntourism
In 2012, three American men launched a campaign to make Ugandan warlord Joseph Kony the most infamous person in the … More
Technology can bridge the educational divide, if you can access the internet
Every avid reader knows the importance of great writing, but perhaps takes the ability to read for granted. Few readers … More
Jordan will become a leader in government innovation
The first mention of Jordan conjures up thoughts of Petra and perhaps even the Dead Sea. Few think of Jordan … More
Disinformation and how technology is playing a role in the Indian elections
Disinformation wreaks havoc in many societies. Whether it is stealing election wins away from expectant candidates with stories about pizza-paedophile … More
How tech is transforming Kenya
Kenya is transforming. This year, Alphabet (Google’s parent company) is set to release internet balloons into the sky. In 2018, it was announced that the Loon project would bring the internet to remote parts of Kenya.