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Addressing digital colonialism: A path to equitable data governance

The rapid digitalization has led to significant disparities between the Global North and South, raising urgent concerns about 'digital colonialism.' Bitange Ndemo emphasizes the need for international initiatives to empower the Global South through equitable data governance. He argues that aligning data policies with global standards and fostering collaboration among stakeholders is essential for addressing regional inequalities and promoting a more inclusive digital economy.

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Beyond the noise: Accurate measurement for equity-focused policy

Measuring subgroup outcomes is crucial for promoting equity, but policymakers often overlook the limitations of traditional methods. Brian Gill and Jennifer Lerner argue that Bayesian stabilisation can provide a more accurate and equitable approach, helping to identify areas of improvement and allocate resources more effectively.

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Breaking data silos: enabling individuals through secure data exchanges

Data governance regimes have created highly protected and siloed ecosystems that present disproportionate barriers for vulnerable communities who cannot gain access to their own data needed for services. Rahul Mathan and Shreya Ramann propose employing India’s Data Empowerment and Protection Architecture (DEPA) as a global template to build standardised, secure, seamless and inclusive data empowerment solutions across jurisdictions.

A lesson from U.S. tax reforms: look beyond GDP

Despite evidence to the contrary, policymakers disproportionately prioritize anticipated effects on economic growth over actual outcomes. Wendy Edelberg breaks down why economic growth is an insufficient metric for evaluating tax reforms, and how a more comprehensive approach could align better with broader societal goals.

Use 'more cheer, less fear' for effective climate communication

Optimism is associated with action-oriented behaviour, so how we frame a policy determines how effectively it is received. Danielle Kent explains how a few shifts in communication can influence the future of investment around climate change.

Diversity in technology design – from economic strategy to social justice imperative

What does diversity in technology development truly mean? Ruby Pappoe and Laura Schelenz explore the complexities of diversity in tech design and how it relates to social justice.

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