AI
Artificial intelligence might make you think of a humanoid robot or increase your anxiety about the security of your job. But AI comes in many forms and has great potential for tackling our social and environmental challenges. A report from McKinsey has identified 160 use cases covering all 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) where AI – in the form of deep learning – is being used for social good. They range from diagnosing cancer and identifying victims of online sexual exploitation, to aiding disaster-relief efforts and helping to catch wildlife poachers. When used right, technology is our ally, not our enemy.
— Wayne Visser
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