Data & digital


A little bit of this, a little bit of that…

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speaking in tongues

Teaching machines to talk to everyone.



algorithmsingovernment

A magic formula or a divisive force?





about

Prasanna Lal Das is a Washington DC based data and digital policy/regulations specialist with a strong track record of working in and advising governments and private sector groups in Europe, Asia, and Africa. He writes and speaks regularly on digital economy and society, has conceptualized and led several innovative digital programs and services, and is a frequent collaborator with a strong network of private and public sector digital development partners.

Prior to starting as an independent consultant, Prasanna worked for almost 20 years at the World Bank in Washington DC where he spearheaded digital initiatives around the world. His focus areas included sustainable digital development, inclusive data policy/regulations, digital harms and risks, social protection, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), internet of things (IoT), open data, and blockchain. Prasanna has extensive earlier experience in the private sector and in the media as a journalist. You can follow Prasanna @prasannalaldas.