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A study examines the feasibility of applying computer vision techniques to satellite data of the Philippines and Thailand to produce poverty maps.

Statisticians use satellite images of Earth’s night lights to measure social and economic activity.

Bringing quality preventive and diagnostic services closer to communities can reduce health inequalities.

Looking at the next 10 years, global risk experts place environmental risks among not only the most likely, but also the most impactful risks.

The Republic of Korea tackles the challenge of revitalizing old neighborhoods while preventing the side effects associated with gentrification.

Government can partner with telcos and educators and use multiple channels of existing infrastructure to reach as many children as possible.

Performance-based funding improved urban governance and quality of infrastructure and services, and promoted women’s empowerment.

Leveraging technological innovations can help overcome growth constraints and increase agriculture’s economic contribution.

An analysis of tourism data in the Pacific shows the importance of traveler wealth, distance and infrastructure on tourist arrivals.

Act early, act together, and act wisely—so AI amplifies human aspiration rather than undermines social cohesion and development.