short message system (SMS)

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How The World Bank Is Using Technology And Open Development To Help Eradicate Poverty

Paul Sawers | The Next Web | July 9, 2013

Founded in 1944, the World Bank is, as its name alludes to, a global financial institution geared towards reducing poverty in developing countries. Read More »

Open Development Technology Alliance Supports African Programs

Staff Writer | oAfrica | July 15, 2013

The Open Development Technology Alliance (ODTA) is “a knowledge platform aiming to give voice to citizens and improve accountability by offering ways to provide feedback on public services.” Read More »

Ushahidi: Machine Learning For Human Rights

Rob Mitchum | Data Science for Social Good | July 15, 2013

“2-car acc @ State & Lake, both drivers injred” That short, hastily typed text message or tweet contains a lot of information that police, emergency responders, news organizations and drivers could use. Read More »