How does one accurately measure software development productivity? A study at Microsoft took a stab at surfacing insights from self-reported measures.
Some of the decisions algorithms make about our lives are fairly benign, such as those irresistible ‘Suggestions for you’ on Netflix. But it gets far murkier when artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are used by businesses and governments for decision-making that affects our lives without us ever knowing about it. And worse, without us being able to appeal those decisions.
Health scares are something that keep millions of Africans awake at night, terrified that they might be unable to keep their loved ones safe. Possible solutions using digital tools were therefore a big focus at the continent’s first #AfricaOpenData conference in Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) this week.
