THE FUTURE OF DOING GOOD

Uncertainty (with) Principles: What could quantum technology mean for civil society?

We are seeing the emergence of a new breed of technologies that harness the strange quantum properties of the subatomic world and bring them to bear at a human scale. What might this mean for civil society?

Sorting Algorithms: the role of civil society in ensuring AI is fair, accountable and transparent

What role can civil society organisations play in the design, implementation and oversight of Aritificial Intelligence (AI) systems to ensure that they don't exhibit unintended bias against certain groups and communities, or exacerbate inequality?

What does Theresa May’s speech on artificial intelligence in the NHS mean for charities?

It’s clear from the Prime Minister’s speech that she expects charities to play a crucial role in achieving the Government’s target of reducing cancer deaths by 10%. Fortunately, medical charities have already built up a head of steam, acting as early adopters of exciting technologies such as machine learning and artificial intelligence.

Where are Charities in the Great AI Debate?

In this blog for the World Economic Forum, CAF's Head of Policy Rhodri Davies argues that civil society organisation need to engage with the debate over the future development of AI, and that governments and the tech industry need to make eforts to engage civil society to ensure that a broad range of views are heard.

A quick take on the Civil Society Futures first year report

The independent inquiry into Civil Society Futures has just released a report detailing the findings from their first year of research and engagement. What does this tell us about the challenges facing civil society, and the actions we need to take?