<![CDATA[Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast]]> https://www.youtube.com/@SomewhereOnEarthPodcast
If you’re tired of hype, gadgets-for-gadget’s-sake, and the same recycled tech headlines, welcome to Somewhere on Earth (SOEP) - the weekly global tech podcast that digs way deeper.

Made by and hosted by the ex-BBC World Service Digital Planet team (yes, the award-winning crew behind 21+ years of world-leading tech journalism and 1.5M annual downloads), SOEP uncovers the untold stories shaping our digital world.

This isn’t a show about the latest shiny toy. It’s about technology that changes lives, cultures, and global societies.

Each episode explores:
⚡ The real-world impact of emerging tech
🌍 New innovations driving social good
🔍 Under-the-radar digital trends you should be paying attention to
🧠 How tech is reshaping communities, culture, and the way we live
📰 The technology behind the week’s biggest world stories - explained simply

Our mission?

To build a tech-for-good ecosystem where new ideas, powerful insights, and meaningful innovation can grow.

If you want smart, globally minded tech storytelling from journalists who’ve been doing this longer (and better) than almost anyone else - SOEP is your new must-listen podcast.

🌎 Somewhere on Earth: Where tech meets humanity.  RSSVERIFY

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/somewhere-on-earth-the-global-tech-podcast--6924871/support.]]> RSS.com 2026.721.95756 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:58:12 GMT en e596b857-790c-59ff-9661-10c6b8e50496 https://media.rss.com/somewhere-on-earth/podcast_cover.jpg Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@SomewhereOnEarthPodcast yes Buy me a coffee Copyright Somewhere on Earth Productions UK Ltd Ania Lichtarowicz Ania Lichtarowicz false episodic podcast <![CDATA[Robots Inspired by Birds, and the Future of Clean Energy: How Technology Is Transforming Our Planet]]> MIT’s flying and swimming robot takes inspiration from diving birds to explore the oceans of tomorrow

MIT engineers have created a remarkable aerial-aquatic robot that can swim underwater, launch through the surface and fly through the air, just like diving birds. Professor Raphael Zufferey explains how nature inspired this breakthrough, why moving between water and air is such a complex engineering challenge, and how these robots could help scientists monitor oceans, collect data and explore places too dangerous for traditional vessels.

Vaillant UK on heat pumps, innovation and the technology driving the transition to cleaner heating

At East Mids Tech Week, we spoke to James Fowler, Marketing and Strategy Director at Vaillant UK, about the future of home heating. From advanced heat pump technology to improving energy efficiency, he explains how engineering innovation could help reduce carbon emissions, lower energy use and transform the way we heat our homes.

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Somewhere on Earth Productions UK Ltd. We’re a UK based production company creating podcasts and branded content that bring stories, places and people into focus. We’re all ex-BBC so the quality of the content is excellent and quality of the sound is amazing.

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]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2979874 3323010f-1e56-47e6-a088-783f634c329a 1163 full 145 145 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT false false Greater London, England, United Kingdom <![CDATA[Is AI Rewriting Our Opinions? And Can inDrive Build the Next Global Super App?]]> Are AI Writing Assistants Quietly Shaping Public Opinion?

A new study suggests that the AI tools many of us use every day on platforms like LinkedIn, X and Google may be doing more than improving our grammar and polishing our posts. Researchers found that AI writing assistants can subtly alter the direction of our messages on contested issues—and, over time, those tiny changes could influence collective opinion at scale. Joining us are Professor Sandra Wachter and Kai Rawal to discuss the implications for democracy, online discourse and whether AI is becoming an invisible force shaping what we think and say.

The World's Second-Most-Downloaded Ride-Hailing App Wants to Redefine Platform Capitalism

You may not have heard of inDrive, but with more than 400 million downloads across 48 countries and 1,200 cities, it's quietly become one of the world's biggest technology companies. Now, the company is expanding beyond ride-hailing into grocery delivery, fintech and its ambitious vision of becoming a global super app. We speak to Andries Smit about the future of mobility, why the next generation of tech giants may emerge from outside Silicon Valley, and whether a different model of platform capitalism is possible.

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]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2969320 cf5363cc-7689-4a9e-90d0-71d51ba48847 1697 full 144 144 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT false false London, United Kingdom <![CDATA[The Hidden Algorithms of Gig Work: Who Really Profits from Uber and the Platform Economy?]]> 435 Million Gig Workers, Secret Pricing Systems & The Global Fight for Transparency in the Digital EconomyThe World Bank estimates there are more than 435 million online gig workers worldwide, yet most have little visibility into the algorithms that determine what they earn. In this special episode of Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast, recorded live at Web Summit Rio, we explore who really benefits from the platform economy and why transparency, worker rights and data ownership have become global issues. Joining host Ania Lichtarowicz are Len Sherman, Adjunct Professor at Columbia Business School and researcher on platform economics; Luiz Neves, CEO and founder of GigU, the app helping drivers understand the true profitability of ride and delivery offers; and Angelica Mari, award-winning journalist and CEO covering technology, innovation and the future of work in Brazil and beyond. Together, they discuss Uber's take rates, algorithmic pricing, the battle over driver data, platform regulation, and why governments in 187 countries are debating the future of digital labour. This is an essential conversation on the future of work, the gig economy, AI-driven platforms and the rights of millions of workers worldwideThe programme is presented by Ania Lichtarowicz.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/somewhere-on-earth-the-global-tech-podcast--6924871/support.Production manager: Liz TuohyEditor: Ania Lichtarowicz Somewhere on Earth Productions UK Ltd. We’re a UK based production company creating podcasts and branded content that bring stories, places and people into focus. We’re all ex-BBC so the quality of the content is excellent and quality of the sound is amazing.🎥 Learn more about what we do: ➡️ Official Website: https://somewhereonearth.co/ 📩 Contact us or book a project: hello@somewhereonearth.co ➡️ Email: hello@somewhereonearth.co 📱 Follow us on socials:➡️ Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/soeptech/?hl=en) ➡️ Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/httpssomewhereonearth.co)➡️ LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/somewhere-on-earth-the-global-tech-podcast) If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956748 2eb939b7-ecb8-41bd-befb-cf617a200113 2127 full 143 143 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:29:15 GMT false false <![CDATA[AI Is About to Spend Your Money: Pix Payments and the Tech Behind Amazon's Superberry]]> How AI Agents Could Change Digital Payments
Brazil's Pix payment system has already transformed how millions of people move money. Now, fintech company Iniciador is exploring what happens when artificial intelligence can initiate payments on behalf of users. We speak with Chief Product Officer Gustavo Bressler about AI-powered transactions, security, regulation and the future of digital commerce.

Can Innovation Create More Value from the Amazon?
We also meet Tomaz Martins from Maçaix, a Brazilian foodtech company using technology, traceability and regenerative business models to reinvent açaí production. From specialty açaí to biodiversity innovation, we explore how technology could help create economic opportunities while supporting the protection of the Amazon rainforest.

The programme is presented by Ania Lichtarowicz.

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Can Drones Restore the World's Forests?
Reforestation is attracting billions in climate investment, but restoring ecosystems at scale remains a huge challenge. In Brazil, Ceres Seeding is using drones, aerial mapping and native seeds to help recover degraded landscapes faster and more efficiently. We explore how technology is transforming environmental restoration and whether data-driven reforestation could play a major role in tackling climate change and biodiversity loss.

The programme is presented by Ania Lichtarowicz.

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956752 6f167262-b797-465b-a1a9-f3b60337d7dc 1728 full 141 141 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:00:02 GMT false <![CDATA[How AI Is catching Marine Wildlife Traffickers and Also Making Tax Easi]]> AI takes on marine wildlife traffickersWildlife trafficking doesn't just involve rhino horn and elephant ivory. Marine species such as shark fins, seahorses and sea cucumbers are also smuggled around the world, threatening vulnerable ecosystems. Researchers in Australia have developed an AI system that can identify these species in CT scans of luggage and parcels. We speak to Dr Vanessa Pirotta about how the technology works and how it could help customs officers detect illegal shipments. Can AI become every small business owner's accounting assistant? Many small businesses struggle to afford professional accounting support, while new tax reporting requirements are increasing administrative workloads. At the same time, the accounting sector is facing a shortage of experienced professionals. We hear from WiseMind AI, a startup using artificial intelligence and official tax guidance to help business owners get quick answers to bookkeeping, VAT and compliance questions.The programme is presenter by Ania Lichtarowicz.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/somewhere-on-earth-the-global-tech-podcast--6924871/support.Production manager: Liz TuohyEditor: Ania Lichtarowicz  Somewhere on Earth Productions UK Ltd. We’re a UK based production company creating podcasts and branded content that bring stories, places and people into focus. We’re all ex-BBC so the quality of the content is excellent and quality of the sound is amazing.🎥 Learn more about what we do: ➡️ Official Website: https://somewhereonearth.co/ 📩 Contact us or book a project: hello@somewhereonearth.co ➡️ Email: hello@somewhereonearth.co   📱 Follow us on socials:➡️ Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/soeptech/?hl=en) ➡️ Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/httpssomewhereonearth.co)➡️ LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/somewhere-on-earth-the-global-tech-podcast)    If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956754 cd0c41fd-1781-4577-b803-c3fb4b4650f8 1535 full 140 140 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:00:02 GMT false <![CDATA[The Future Is Soft: Tiny Robots, Smart Prosthetics and the Rise of Neurodiversity Tech]]> The Tiny Liquid-Metal Pump That Could Transform RoboticsSoft robotics is one of the fastest-growing fields in technology, drawing inspiration from nature to create machines that are flexible, adaptable and safer for human interaction. In this episode, we explore a breakthrough liquid-metal micro-pump that could help eliminate the bulky compressors traditionally needed to power soft robotic systems. The technology could pave the way for advanced wearable devices, responsive prosthetics, immersive virtual reality experiences and even future medical applications, bringing us closer to a world where robots are softer, smarter and more integrated into everyday life.Can Technology Solve the Neurodiversity Support Crisis? As awareness of neurodiversity continues to grow, demand for assessments and support is outpacing available services. With waiting lists stretching into years for many people seeking diagnoses such as ADHD, autism and dyslexia, technology is emerging as a potential solution. We examine how digital platforms, virtual assessments and personalised support tools could help people access guidance faster, secure workplace accommodations and better understand how their brains work. The conversation highlights both the opportunities and challenges of using technology to improve accessibility and inclusion in education, employment and daily life.The programme is presented by Ania Lichtarowicz.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/somewhere-on-earth-the-global-tech-podcast--6924871/support.Production manager: Liz TuohyEditor: Ania Lichtarowicz  Somewhere on Earth Productions UK Ltd. We’re a UK based production company creating podcasts and branded content that bring stories, places and people into focus. We’re all ex-BBC so the quality of the content is excellent and quality of the sound is amazing.🎥 Learn more about what we do: ➡️ Official Website: https://somewhereonearth.co/ 📩 Contact us or book a project: hello@somewhereonearth.co ➡️ Email: hello@somewhereonearth.co   📱 Follow us on socials:➡️ Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/soeptech/?hl=en) ➡️ Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/httpssomewhereonearth.co)➡️ LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/somewhere-on-earth-the-global-tech-podcast)    If you like our show please rate and review us.Production manager: Liz TuohyEditor: Ania Lichtarowicz  Somewhere on Earth Productions UK Ltd. We’re a UK based production company creating podcasts and branded content that bring stories, places and people into focus. We’re all ex-BBC so the quality of the content is excellent and quality of the sound is amazing.🎥 Learn more about what we do: ➡️ Official Website: https://somewhereonearth.co/ 📩 Contact us or book a project: hello@somewhereonearth.co ➡️ Email: hello@somewhereonearth.co   📱 Follow us on socials:➡️ Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/soeptech/?hl=en) ➡️ Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/httpssomewhereonearth.co)➡️ LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/somewhere-on-earth-the-global-tech-podcast)    If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956755 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72306820 1631 full 139 139 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:42:19 GMT false <![CDATA[The AI Contact Lens That Could Prevent Blindness and The Women Rewriting Silicon Valley]]> The Smart Contact Lens That Could Change Medicine Forever
Glaucoma affects around 80 million people worldwide and remains one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness. But what if managing chronic disease no longer required constant hospital visits, manual medication schedules or invasive monitoring? This week on Somewhere on Earth, we explore a groundbreaking AI-powered smart contact lens capable of continuously monitoring eye pressure, automatically delivering treatment and remotely sharing real-time health data with clinicians, all without batteries or electronics.

Why Silicon Valley Still Doesn’t See Women as “Founder Material”
We also dive into one of the biggest conversations shaping the future of technology and entrepreneurship: why women remain underrepresented in the venture capital world despite building some of the world’s most successful companies. From AI and digital healthcare to leadership, mentorship and the changing culture of startups, this episode explores where innovation meets humanity and who gets to shape the future.

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Thousands of delegates were preparing to gather in Zambia for one of the world’s biggest digital rights events until it was abruptly cancelled days before kickoff. Nikki Gladstone, Director of RightsCon at Access Now, explains how months of planning unravelled in a matter of hours and what triggered the decision.

Why Nigeria Could Be Your Launchpad into Africa
With access to a large market and growing regional trade links, Nigeria is increasingly seen as a gateway to the continent. Victor Famubode discusses how Itana, a digital platfrom, is helping companies not just enter Nigeria, but scale across Africa using partnerships and new trade frameworks.

The programme is presented by Ania Lichtarowicz.

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New research reveals that AI-generated voice clones can be up to 20% more intelligible than real human speech in noisy environments. While this could revolutionise public announcements, accessibility, and communication, it also raises serious concerns. Experts warn that cloned voices can sound more authoritative and trustworthy, making them a powerful tool not just for innovation, but also for scams and audio deepfakes that are increasingly hard to detect.

Space Tech Meets the Sea; AI Tools for Sustainable Fishing
A new generation of startups is using satellite Earth observation and AI to support fishing communities facing climate change, regulation, and economic pressure. By combining real-time ocean data with insights from fishers themselves, companies like Orbiventure are helping to track catches, protect marine ecosystems, and improve long-term coastal resilience, showing how space technology can deliver practical solutions on the ground.

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Driverless taxis are no longer a future concept, they’re already operating in cities worldwide, and even in Zagreb you can now book a ride with no driver at all. With the UK preparing for a rollout as early as September, the shift is accelerating fast. Backed by new laws and regulatory frameworks, the technology is moving from trials to real-world adoption. But safety remains the key question, as comparing autonomous systems to human drivers isn’t straightforward. The big issue now isn’t just capability it’s public trust. We were at the launch of the Institute for Driverless Transport to find out more.

The Invisible Network Behind It All
Behind the rise of autonomous vehicles is a reality most people overlook: the internet doesn’t run on satellites, but on fibre optic cables carrying light across the globe. This physical infrastructure powers the real-time data needed for navigation, communication, and control. And it’s not being replaced, it’s evolving, with innovations like hollow-core fibre pushing speeds even further. As driverless tech scales, it’s this hidden network that will define performance. The future of mobility depends as much on glass as it does on code.

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956768 1c1d2a2b-e157-48a2-b394-f8d59a9264d1 1579 full 133 133 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:00:02 GMT false <![CDATA[AI Beyond Business: Digital Rights, NGOs, and the Fight Against Food Waste]]> How Artificial Intelligence Is Changing the Work of NGOs
AI is increasingly shaping the work of non-profits and civil society groups. In this episode we speak with experts from Access Now about how NGOs are using AI to strengthen cybersecurity analysis and digital protection, while also navigating serious concerns around privacy, misinformation, and the safe handling of sensitive data.

Using AI to Reduce Waste in the Global Food Supply
Food waste remains a major global challenge, often caused by poor coordination across the supply chain. We speak with the founder of WadyAI, a platform using artificial intelligence to help suppliers and restaurants digitise orders, analyse demand, and order food more accurately - with the goal of reducing waste and improving efficiency in the food system.

The programme is presented by Ania Lichtarowicz.


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Internet shutdowns are no longer just blunt nationwide blackouts. From Uganda to Iran, governments are now using sophisticated tools to cut off Starlink, exempt their own institutions, and silence critics—while ordinary citizens are left completely offline. In Iran, a blackout has now lasted 30 days, on track to become the longest complete internet shutdown ever recorded. So what can people actually do to fight back?

The VPN paradox; why the UK wants to restrict teens from using a tool its own government relies on every single day.
The UK government wants to restrict VPNs for teens, but it uses them itself. That's the paradox at the heart of a new investigation from TechRadar. The UK is consulting on "Growing Up in the Online World" – which could see consumer VPN apps face age-verification rules, making it harder for teenagers to bypass online checks. But here's the twist: multiple UK government departments and public bodies regularly purchase and use VPN services.  Sam Woodhams, VPN Managing Editor at TechRadar has been investigating.

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🚀 East Midlands Tech Week: The UK’s Quiet Tech Powerhouse Awakens From the invention of the jet engine to DNA fingerprinting and MRI scanning, the East Midlands has long been a hub of world-changing innovation. Now, with the first ever East Midlands Tech Week, the region is stepping back into the spotlight —bringing together leaders in AI, energy, space, and beyond.

♻️ AI Recycling Bins: Can Tech Fix Our Waste Problem? What if you never had to second-guess recycling again? One startup is building AI-powered bins that automatically identify and sort waste in real time. Designed for busy public spaces, the technology could dramatically improve recycling rates and cut costs, but can it scale globally?

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956788 https://media.podeo.co/episodes/ODU0MzU/audio 2397 full 114 114 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:41:02 GMT false <![CDATA[The AI That Runs on Green Energy — And Doesn’t Steal Your Data]]> https://somewhere-on-earth-the-global-tech-podcast-the-podextra-edition.pod.fan/The show is presented by Ania Lichtarowicz.Production Manager: Liz Tuohy.Editor: Ania Lichtarowicz. If you like Somewhere on Earth, please rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify:Contact us by email: hello@somewhereonearth.co

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956791 50ff36ca-c78b-11f0-9065-77c8d56c296a 183 trailer 109 109 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 06:30:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Blockchain Water Revolution in Ghana & AI Rainforest Guardians in the Amazon]]>
This week we meet McSamm who fell violently ill from contaminated water in rural Ghana. He didn’t just recover though, he revolutionized access to clean water. Partnering with Hive’s blockchain community, he raised funds to install 22 boreholes in remote villages. These often solar-powered systems (minimizing electricity costs) now deliver safe water to 300,000+ people - with villagers maintaining ownership and young people learning blockchain skills for future projects.



Jungle Guardians: Greenbug’s AI sound sensors battle illegal mining & wildfires in South America’s remote rainforests

Unusual noises and AI are stopping illegal logging and saving crops in Brazil. We met Greenbug founder Marcelo Vieira at Web Summit Rio and he revealed how Greenbug’s AI-powered acoustic sensors listen 24/7 for threats in ecosystems like the Amazon. These ‘digital guardians’ detect illegal mining equipment, smuggling boats, wildfires, and even invasive species - sending real-time alerts with geolocation to rangers and farmers before disasters escalate.



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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956819 0a361edc-c55d-11f0-bb8a-235944f567bf 1409 full 96 96 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[From Smart Lipstick to Healthy Groceries: The Brazilian Tech Revolution]]> innovations with a purpose. Join us as we speak with Eduardo Peixoto, CEO of Brazil’s CESAR Innovation Hub, about cutting-edge projects like a smart lipstick prototype and a real-time sign language translator — game-changing tools designed to empower people with disabilities. We also explore inclusive tech initiatives shaping accessibility in Latin America. Plus, we meet Trela, an ambitious online grocery startup that's transforming healthy eating in Brazil through tech-driven solutions. CEO Guilherme Nazareth shares how Trela is disrupting the online grocery space. Whether you're into disability tech, social impact innovation, or the latest in global tech entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Subscribe now and tune in!

 

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In this episode, we dive into the booming technology scene in Brazil — now the 5th largest digital economy in the world. With over 260 million active mobile phones (more than there are people in Brazil!) and major investments in digital transformation, Brazil is rapidly becoming a global tech powerhouse. We’re joined by Alexandre Conceição, Strategic Business Executive Director, and Yan Sym, Data Science Manager, both from Qintess, a leading global digital consulting company rooted in Brazil’s innovation ecosystem. Tune in as we explore cutting-edge trends in AI and the future of digital banking.

The programme is presented by Angelica Mari and the studio expert is Ania Lichtarowicz.

 

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956834 0a35e99e-c55d-11f0-bb8a-ab181be0b7cb 1561 full 81 81 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Are teachers keeping up with their pupils when it comes to AI in the classroom?]]> A recent survey in the United States showed that more than 70% of students report using AI for their school assignments, even in the face of institutional restrictions on tools like ChatGPT. This finding comes from a study conducted by The Harker School, Carnegie Mellon University, and the University of California, Santa Barbara. The data shows that pupils are engaging with these LLMs more often than adults, suggesting that younger users are adapting to AI technologies quicker. But that begs the question are educators keeping pace with these developments? In a special edition about AI and the future of education Gareth and Ghislaine are joined by Mutlu Cukurova, a Professor of Learning and Artificial Intelligence at University College London. We also hear more tech for Good from CES in Las Vegas. The BeeKee Box is a classroom in a box that can be used where there is no connectivity.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington.

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956843 0a338118-c55d-11f0-bb8a-279f1e6c9016 1826 full 73 73 Tue, 25 Feb 2025 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[AI can now sell your intentions – marketing your decisions before you make them]]> Machine learning is on the verge of commercialising your decisions even before you make them. New research shows that we are moving away from an attention economy to an intention economy as machine learning models, which can already imitate the way we write or talk, can now map previous activity onto future actions. Writing in the Harvard Data Science Review, Dr Yaqub Chaudhary, visiting scholar at the Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence, and Dr Jonnie Penn of the University of Cambridge ask if AI predicting our intentions could be misused against us.  

Geothermal Energy without the digging
Geothermal energy is going drill-free, using already available underground spaces, like car parks. Reporter Jez Donaldson met Margaux Peltier, Co-founder and CEO of Enerdrape, at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The company uses pre-cooled or pre-heated geothermal panels in walls, which capture heat from the surrounding concrete or the ground itself, making this energy renewable as no new heat is created. This is then redistributed around the building using a heat pump. 

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956844 0a354408-c55d-11f0-bb8a-078aed86faf3 2090 full 72 72 Tue, 18 Feb 2025 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Is AI going to replace your job?]]>
Is artificial intelligence a threat to your employment? If your profession involves machine learning or chatbot development, the outlook appears promising but for translators and some writing roles it’s not.  Those are the findings of a study recently published in the Journal of Economic Behaviour and Organisation.  Researchers analysed over three million job postings from a global freelancing platform since 2019. They identified which skills are being replaced, complemented, or remain unaffected by AI. Two of the authors, Dr. Fabian Braesemann from the Oxford Internet Institute, and Dr. Ole Tuetloff from the Copenhagen Centre for Social Data Science join Gareth and Ania on the show.

The World’s First Inclusive Digital Map

Jez Donaldson continues his search for the very best tech for good stories from the Consumer Electronics Show.  This week he meets Brandon Biggs, CEO and Co-founder of XR Navigation (Audiom) inclusive map viewer.  Using enhanced visual tech, audio and text it makes maps accessible to blind people, as well as those with other disabilities.

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956846 0a3667ca-c55d-11f0-bb8a-6b875aa39ef3 2388 full 70 70 Tue, 04 Feb 2025 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Can Kiswahili online content be moderated?]]> It appears that 2025 will see a significant shift in content moderation practices, as Meta plans to eliminate independent fact-checkers on Facebook and Instagram.  This change may suggest a decline in standards, particularly in regions that have historically experienced limited online moderation. In many parts of Africa, small content teams have been tasked with overseeing entire countries or regions. Interestingly, while there are numerous content moderators in Africa, they are primarily employed as outsourced workers to assist with content moderation for major platforms based in the United States. These jobs are often mis-advertised too – with no warning
about the harmful content moderators will be forced to watch.  A report by the Center for Democracy and Technology “Moderating Kiswahili content on Social Media” has looked at why it’s so difficult to moderate posts in Kiswahili.
 
 
The Strettons Podcast
The Strettons podcast proudly claims the title of the United Kingdom's inaugural dedicated village podcast. This initiative targets a collection of small villages located in the picturesque rural county of Shropshire, just next to Wales. While it may seem like yet another addition to the podcasting landscape—perhaps one you have already encountered and subscribed to—there is an intriguing technological narrative behind it, as shared by the presenters and producers, Sian Lovegrove and Pete Johnson who are on the show.
 
The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Wairimu Gitahi.
 
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Moderating Kiswahili content on Social Meda
More than 140 Kenya Facebook moderators diagnosed with severe PTSD
The Strettons Podcast
 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956849 0a35830a-c55d-11f0-bb8a-d7d7b48e4d91 2048 full 68 68 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 22:17:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Capturing shooting stars with your doorbell cam]]> We’ve had the first meteor shower of 2025 – you may have missed it but your doorbell cam may have recorded it. The Quadrantids shower has captivated both amateur and professional astronomers, some of whom are now working together to find the meteors once they land on the Earth’s surface. When this occurs, there is a strong likelihood that the aptly named UK Fireball Alliance will identify them. This alliance consolidates images and videos from various sources, including doorbell cameras, dash-cams, security systems, and professional telescopes. The primary objective is to issue a comprehensive alert to scientists, indicating where they can locate the fallen meteors. Gareth met with Luke Daly, a lecturer in planetary geoscience at the University of Glasgow. He is also the treasurer of the UK Fireball Alliance and is on the show to tell us more.
 
EdTech Apps – are they any good?
The EdTech App market is worth billions of dollars a year but many of these apps are, in fact, counterproductive and may be causing more harm than good. That’s according to an Educational Technology researcher who has recently expressed her concerns in the journal Nature. Natalia Kucirkova, the Director of the International Centre for EdTech Impact and a professor at the University of Stavanger in Norway, is concerned that educational institutions, along with families, are squandering resources on apps that do not yield effective results. As she tells Gareth, better testing of these apps is needed, as is a certification process to identify those that are truly beneficial to children.
 
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Educational apps are worth billions. We need to make sure they work
 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956850 0a3a1cf8-c55d-11f0-bb8a-f77b75943cfc 1861 full 67 67 Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[How to keep your data safe when protesting]]>
The government of Georgia is set to deport 25 foreign nationals who were involved in protests that occurred late last year. This information has been reported by several news outlets referencing the Interior Ministry of Georgia. The demonstrations arose in response to the parliamentary elections held in the country. Considering the protests and the subsequent actions taken by the authorities, the digital rights organisation Access Now has issued a series of cybersecurity recommendations for individuals participating in peaceful demonstrations. During a protest, particularly if the situation escalates, it can be challenging to focus on cybersecurity when personal safety is at stake. Therefore, Access Now's guidance emphasizes the importance of securing one's devices prior to attending a protest. Much of the advice provided consists of fundamental digital hygiene practices that everyone should adopt, which is why we invited Access Now onto our podcast at the start of the year, a time when many are looking to establish positive habits. Mohammed Al-Maskati serves as the Director of the Digital Security Helpline at Access Now and is on the show.

New Year, New Tech Resolutions
The team discuss their New Year’s Tech Resolutions – and ask for yours in return.

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Access Now – Digital Safety Tips for Peaceful Gatherings

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956851 0a362e2c-c55d-11f0-bb8a-1727955ac75e 2221 full 66 66 Tue, 07 Jan 2025 21:07:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Your favourite SOEP shows from 2024]]> Thank you for all your suggestions and comments; we have selected the most popular choices and put them together in our final show of 2024. From our special programme with Jimmy Wales, to the reliability of French language chatbots, we look at what you thought were our best bits of the year.  
The PodExtra - The Creator Economy
This week we have a completely new episode for our paid for subscribers. Angelica Mari hosted a Podcast Live at Web Summit in Lisbon where she discussed the evolving landscape of the creator economy, focusing on the challenges and opportunities faced by content creators. She highlighted the importance of monetisation, the role of data, and the potential of immersive experiences in driving sales. But there's more to the creator economy - even though the push for more and more contact is great, ethical considerations (especially the need for authenticity and responsible use of technology), are vital to keep up trust with subscribers and clients.
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956852 0a3a2b26-c55d-11f0-bb8a-83a626ebe2f4 2057 full 65 65 Wed, 01 Jan 2025 02:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Biometrics – do we have a choice in who has this data and how they use it?]]> This week we dive deep into the world of biometrics, with a particular focus on facial recognition technology. What is the current state of facial recognition, and why are legal experts and privacy advocates so concerned? Additionally, we’ll explore the realm of health data; is there a necessary compromise between collecting our biometric information for improved health outcomes and safeguarding our privacy? Or can we find a way to achieve both? Joining us is Dr. Stephanie Hare, the author of Technology is Not Neutral: A Short Guide to Technology Ethics.
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956853 0a341cae-c55d-11f0-bb8a-bb00ad2e4f3b 1772 full 64 64 Wed, 25 Dec 2024 02:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[How technology led to the rise of HTS and the fall of Assad in Syria]]> HTS presented the removal of a brutal dictatorship that had lasted for five decades as a straightforward task accomplished in a matter of days. Currently, the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) has assumed control in Syria, while former president Bashar al-Assad reportedly resides in Russia. Although the narrative often emphasizes the use of armoured vehicles and firearms, many analyses overlook the significant impact of technology on HTS's achievements, including innovations such as 3D printing and drones. To explore this topic in greater depth, we will engage in a discussion with Broderick McDonald, a researcher specializing in conflict at King’s College London.

Our demand for nickel is destroying a way of life in Indonesia
Peter Guest, one of Somewhere on Earth’s regular studio experts, has been on the nickel trail in Indonesia He provides a firsthand account of the environmental repercussions associated with the nickel sector, which supplies components for electric vehicles on our roads. Peter has undertaken a 2,000-kilometer journey across Sulawesi, examining the detrimental impacts of the nickel industry on both the environment and human rights. This investigation was for the Gecko Project.

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Broderick McDonald
Dust Money

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956854 0a36ad48-c55d-11f0-bb8a-33f8dc5899ea 1742 full 63 63 Tue, 17 Dec 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Protecting submarine cables, how the big players are now involved]]> Submarine fibre optic cables are responsible for carrying 99% of the world's internet traffic yet they are often subject to damage. Therefore, it is fortunate that a coordinated organisation exists to ensure the resilience of these essential cables. Gareth and Ania discuss why this has only been set up recently.

Proton – from VPN’s to data encryption – a different approach to other tech companies
The company’s website states “A better internet starts with privacy and freedom - take control of your data with end-to-end encryption”, but what does this actually mean? The tech company Proton is already providing free VPN’s in more than 60 countries that are holding elections this year. And in addition it has also launched end to end encryption document sharing, as well as a local AI to respond to your emails – all without ever having access to your data. Ania Lichtarowicz caught up with CEO and Founder of Proton Andy Yen at Web Summit.

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ITU – Submarine Cable Resilience
Proton

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956855 0a33bebc-c55d-11f0-bb8a-076352285e34 1955 full 62 62 Tue, 10 Dec 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Kyiv – a smart city adapting to war]]> As the full-scale Russian invasion surpasses the thousand-day milestone, Ukrainians are keeping the war on the news agenda. One aspect that was discussed at Web Summit is Kyiv's transformation into a self-proclaimed 'smart city', highlighting the increasing availability of digital municipal services for its citizens. Oleg Polovinko, an advisor on digitalization to the mayor of Kyiv, noted that disruption has been a catalyst for innovation and what started as a transport and local authorities app is now a one stop digital information channel for residents. Ania spoke with him just as he received a significant notification on his phone.
Ukraine – cyber security global leaders
Ukraine is the most targeted country in the world by cyber criminals and is now at the forefront of cyber security technology – that’s according to Iryna Volnytska, the president of SET University. Launched just before the outbreak of war, SET University (Science, Entrepreneurship, and Technology) is now assisting developing start ups and tech businesses to support the country’s economy. Iryna spoke to Ania at Web Summit where she explained that personal data can lead to fatal consequences if it falls into the wrong hands.
 
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SET University

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956857 0a33ff3a-c55d-11f0-bb8a-67b69c0f1be3 2458 full 60 60 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[How reliable are French language AI Chatbots?]]> French is one of the fastest growing languages in the world. About half of all French speakers live in Africa. It’s the official language in 27 countries. So when you find out that French language AI chatbots give the wrong answer a quarter of the time, that’s a problem given the rising popularity of such bots. The anti-misinformation news organisation NewsGuard have just published a report on this. Ania’s been speaking to Chine Labbé, she’s one of the report’s authors.
Using AI to create AI images to train robots
Imagine teaching a robot to do parkour without ever letting it see the real world. That's exactly what MIT CSAIL researchers have achieved with their new "LucidSim" system, which uses AI-generated imagery to create virtual training environments. By integrating generative AI with physics simulators, the researchers designed scenarios where robots acquire skills through synthetic data instead of relying on real-world experiences. The outcomes of this research are impressive: robots trained in these machine-generated settings achieved a success rate of 88%, in stark contrast to the mere 15% success rate of those trained by human experts. Furthermore, when the team increased the volume of AI-generated training data, there was a consistent improvement in performance, indicating that enhanced virtual practice correlates with superior real-world capabilities. This methodology addresses a significant challenge in robotics: the reliance on extensive real-world training data. It represents a significant advancement toward creating robots that can swiftly adapt to new tasks and environments. To find out more, Gareth speaks to lead researcher Ge Yang at MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory.
 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956859 0a359192-c55d-11f0-bb8a-7b9eb02bfb6d 2282 full 58 58 Tue, 12 Nov 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Internet shutdowns in Mozambique following election]]> In Mozambique, eleven people have lost their lives as law enforcement intensified its response to protests that erupted after the elections in October. For the second time within a year, authorities have suspended mobile internet services. Felicia Anthonio, the KeepItOn Campaign Manager at the digital rights organisation Access Now, who is based in Ghana, tells us about the impact.
Legal digital ID in Namibia to improve access to services
Namibia is implementing a verifiable digital identification system aimed at enabling a greater number of citizens to access online services and participate in various activities - addressing the disparity between those who are digitally connected and those who are not. Namibia, characterized by its vast territory and scattered population, presents challenges for many individuals who must travel to the capital, Windhoek, to obtain an identification card. The absence of such a card significantly hampers their ability to access essential services, including healthcare, education, and banking. In recent years, the United Nations Development Programme has collaborated with the Namibian government to advance the initiative of digital identification. Journalist Abigail Ruth Opiah, a reporter for the Biometric Update news platform tells us more.
 
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Keep it on Mozambique
UNDP transforming lives in Namibia with digital legal ID initiative
 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956860 0a360f50-c55d-11f0-bb8a-17064c20ffa3 1855 full 57 57 Tue, 05 Nov 2024 22:16:00 GMT false <![CDATA[What happens when GPS is jammed?]]> Most of us have used GPS – global positioning systems – to navigate to new destinations, but it’s also vital in getting goods delivered to our doors, with the entire aviation and shipping industries reliant upon it. But increasingly the signals are being disrupted – either jammed or spoofed, that’s setting a false location. We hear from Bridget Diakun, Maritime Risk Analyst, Lloyd's List Intelligence and Dr Ramsey Faragher from Cambridge University.

SOEP’s new home with Evergreen
We are delighted to announce that Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast is joining Evergreen Podcasts. Evergreen is one of the largest independent podcast networks in the world. We’ll be sharing their diverse platform with more than 300 other podcasts ranging from true crime, comedy and lifestyle shows. CEO of Evergreen Michael DeAloia will be joining us to tell us more about Evergreen and why SOEP has been invited to join them.
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956862 0a341272-c55d-11f0-bb8a-c3e4bb08c0a9 2325 full 55 55 Tue, 22 Oct 2024 20:33:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Could making Wikidata 'human' readable lead to better AI?]]> A new project is underway to allow Large Language Models (LLMs) to read Wikidata. The data is currently structured in a way that’s machine readable, but LLMs read data more like humans than machines, meaning this vast amount of human curated, high quality data isn’t accessible to this type of AI. By allowing access to Wikidata, LLMs could become more reliable. Ania spoke to Lydia Pintscher, the Portfolio Lead Product Manager at Wikidata Deutschland, to learn more about these developments.

Most news websites block AI Chatbots
Two thirds of high quality news websites block AI chatbots from accessing their information, according to a report by the misinformation monitoring organisation NewsGuard. This means that some of the world’s most popular AI chatbots could be collecting data on misinformation from low quality news sources and even conspiracy and hoax sites. The Enterprise Editor at NewsGuard is Jack Brewster and he is on the show to explain their findings.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ania Lichtarowicz.

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Wikidata and Artificial Intelligence: Simplified Access to Open Data for Open-Source Projects
AI Chatbots Are Blocked by 67% of Top News Sites, Relying Instead on Low-Quality Sources
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956864 0a3508ee-c55d-11f0-bb8a-732139d396a2 1916 full 53 53 Thu, 10 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Could AI chatbots counter conspiracy theories?]]> Could AI chatbots counter conspiracy theories?
If people believe in conspiracy theories, how likely are they to think again when presented with facts and evidence? The good news is that people can shift their view when wacky theories are debunked according to a study just published in the journal Science. The researchers created an AI chatbot that engaged with people and presented them with facts to counter their dodgy beliefs. The study team invited people to state why they believed a conspiracy theory, and fed those responses into GPT4. The chatbot was instructed to be a persuasive sceptic. Thomas Costello, Assistant Professor of Psychology at American University in Washington DC is one of the authors and is on the show.

Potential ban of Chinese EV’s in the US
The US is giving notice on Chinese and Russian manufactured ‘smart cars’ – it’s talking seriously about proposing to ban sales or imports of such connected vehicles. That comes from a White House announcement this week. It’s not a trade war, says the US, but a matter of national security. Gareth and Ania discuss the proposed new rules. 

Original source of migrants eating pets fake news story
“In Springfield, they’re eating the dogs, the people that came in, they’re eating the cats, they’re eating the pets of the people that live there…” said Donald Trump in the televised Presidential debate… Where did such an extreme claim come from? Jack Brewster, Enterprise Editor at NewsGuard found the original comment with his colleague. We hear how he did it. 

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ania Lichtarowicz. 

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Durably reducing conspiracy beliefs through dialogues with AI
Biden wants to ban Chinese software in 'smart cars' over security concerns
How false claims of pet-eating immigrants caught on 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956865 Buzzsprout-15851701 2127 full 52 52 Tue, 01 Oct 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[The first ever DNA computer engine and storage device]]> The first ever DNA computer engine and storage device
A revolutionary approach to computing has just been published by a team of US engineers. Instead of using silicon to underpin our tech, the researchers have used DNA - the very molecules present in all living cells that encode the fundamental aspects of our existence. Teams from North Carolina State University and Johns Hopkins University have achieved this ground-breaking advancement, referring to it as a "primordial DNA store and compute engine." This innovative system is reportedly capable of solving basic Sudoku and chess puzzles. The DNA structure they have developed can be used for data storage and also data retrieval, computation, deletion, and rewriting and could be used to store vast amounts of data in just a few cubic centimetres. This could replace current servers in mass data centres that use vast amounts of energy and water.

From North Carolina State University the lead authors of the work, Professor Orlin Velev and Associate Professor Albert Keung are on the show.

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956866 Buzzsprout-15706356 2195 full 51 51 Tue, 24 Sep 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Electric Vehicles going offline as companies go bust]]> Electric Vehicles going offline as companies go bust

Drivers of electric vehicles are finding their cars are going offline if the parent company is bankrupt. Smartphone apps linked to the cars, which control many features, don't work and when something goes seriously wrong, then there's no garage that can fix the problem. China, the world's biggest market for EV's, has seen government subsidies disappear as well as intense price wars between companies, leading to many startups failing. SOEP speaks to one driver in the UK who is facing similar issues after the California based car manufacture filed for bankruptcy.

AI pen that can read Braille
A pen that uses algorithms, a camera and a 19 channel sensor has been developed to help the visually impaired read Braille. The number of people who can read Braille is declining, yet it is used in many public spaces including lifts and transport hubs. Named the "Braille-tip", the compact soft tactile sensor can be added to a normal pen to help read Braille. Lead author Dr George Jenkinson from Bristol University in the UK is on the show.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Peter Guest.  

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EV shutdowns in China
A sensory pen which can read Braille could improve literacy amongst the visually impaired
A robot that can detect breast cancer?
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956867 Buzzsprout-15730556 1736 full 50 50 Tue, 17 Sep 2024 16:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Is Kamala Harris the AI Tsar?]]> Is Kamala Harris the AI Tsar?
The upcoming debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is scheduled for next week, where the two candidates for the U.S. presidency will engage in a direct confrontation on the ABC news channel in anticipation of the November election. Should the topic of artificial intelligence arise, it may favour Kamala Harris, given her significant involvement in AI policy as Vice President. This perspective is shared by Bhaskar Chakravorti, Dean of Global Business at The Fletcher School, Tufts University, who recently discussed technology, the election, and Kamala Harris with our editor Ania. While the Vice President enjoys substantial support from influential figures in Silicon Valley, it is important to note that prominent tech entrepreneurs such as Elon Musk and Peter Thiel are aligned with Team Trump. 

Video Games were good for mental health through COVID
Engaging in gaming for a few hours each day has been shown to enhance mental well-being, as indicated by a recent study published in the journal Nature Human Behaviour. One significant finding of this research is that merely owning a gaming console can have positive effects. The critical aspect of this study is that it establishes causation rather than mere correlation, which is a significant advancement in this field of research. For instance, if an individual purchases a gaming console and exhibits good mental health, one might question whether their happiness is a pre-existing condition or if the acquisition of the console has contributed to their improved well-being. This study was conducted during the pandemic, and the unique circumstances of that period enabled researchers to uncover valuable insights regarding the connection between gaming and mental health. Professor Andrew Przybylski from the Oxford Internet Institute explains the significance of the work. 

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Peter Guest.

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If Kamala Harris Was the Czar of Anything, It Would Be AI
Professor Andrew Przybylski 
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Recently internet speeds throughout Pakistan have significantly diminished, leading to widespread outrage and allegations that the government is covertly implementing a new firewall system to enhance its surveillance and control over the nation’s internet. The government has denied any responsibility for this slowdown, which has impacted millions of users and caused disruptions for businesses nationwide. Founder and Director of Netblocks, Alp Toker, tells SOEP what has been happening and what might be the cause. 

Taxi fares in Kenya – can drivers beat the algorithms?
Taxi drivers in Kenya have taken on the algorithms of ride hailing apps such as Uber, Bolt and Little by working together to increase fares above those suggested by the apps. The drivers say they can’t pay for fuel and car loans at current prices. Following a number of strikes in the summer, some of the apps have now increased fares and reward programmes for the drivers in a bid to stop the price war.  

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ania Lichtarowicz.

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Internet slows to a crawl, stoking fears of firewall in Pakistan 
Hard-pressed Kenyan drivers defy Uber's algorithm, set their own fares   
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956870 Buzzsprout-15652576 1615 full 47 47 Tue, 27 Aug 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[AI submissions are avoiding detection at a well-respected university in the UK]]> AI submissions are avoiding detection at a well-respected university in the UK
As exam results roll in for pupils across the Northern Hemisphere, a study conducted at the University of Reading showed that 94 percent of the AI-generated exam submissions went unnoticed. On average, these artificial responses received higher grades than those from real students. Dr Peter Scarfe who led the study, is on the show.

Wireless monitoring of audience reactions
How can a producer ensure a film’s success - apparently by researching how the audience members react to their production. A brand new facility at Bristol University in the UK will be able to monitor heart rate, blinking and brain activity to see when people become bored whilst watching a film. Professor Iain Gilchrist explains how the tech could also help to improve teaching.

The show is presented by Gareth Mitchell with expert commentary from Ghislaine Boddington. 

More on these stories:
A real-world test of artificial intelligence infiltration of a university examinations system: A “Turing Test” case study
Smart Cinema at the University of Bristol

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Internet access has been cut off in Equatorial Guinea, specifically in the Annobón province. Residents have been protesting against the government's environmental and human rights violations on the island. Digital rights advocates are urging the government to restore internet services. Our editor Ania Lichtarowicz, has the details. 

Meanwhile, connectivity issues are also affecting Venezuela. NetBlocks reports that X (formerly known as Twitter) is facing restrictions as the disputed President Maduro has ordered a ten-day ban on the platform, alleging it incites civil unrest. Additionally, the messaging app Signal seems to be partially restricted. Drones patrolling citizens’ activities have been reported alongside other digital methods of limiting information access. Sixty-two media outlets have also been blocked. Marianne Díaz Hernández, a #WhyID Campaigner at Access Now is on the show.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington.

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Authorities in Equatorial Guinea must end internet shutdown and other human rights abuses

Open letter on technology-enabled political violence in Venezuela
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Ukrainian Independence Day is almost upon us, and as the war with Russia continues well into its third year, we want to look at how everyday tech development continues and is a vital part of the country's economy. We’ve brought together three entrepreneurs to tell us about their work. Andrey Klen is co-founder of a number of tech businesses – including Petcube, O0 Design, and Spend With Ukraine. The platform brings together startups and tech companies in one place, making it easy for consumers to buy directly from Ukraine companies and therefore support the country’s economy. Also joining the show is Vira Tkachenko who is Chief Technology & Innovation Officer at MacPaw. In 2022, Forbes Ukraine named her on its list of the Top 25 women in IT. MacPaw develops and distributes software for macOS and iOS. And finally co-founder & CEO of Esper Bionics Dima Gazda. His human augmentation startup is working on the first bionic ecosystem in the world.  

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert isPeter Guest.

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Spend with Ukraine
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956873 Buzzsprout-15500497 1789 full 44 44 Tue, 06 Aug 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Getting online in Russia – which tech companies are standing up to Putin?]]> Getting online in Russia – which tech companies are standing up to Putin?
The Mozilla Foundation, widely recognised for the Firefox Browser, temporarily took down browser add-ons that assist people in Russia in bypassing state censorship, following a request from the state, according to news reports. It reversed this decision and reinstated the browser add-ons that Russia objected to. Apple though has been criticised by a VPN provider for complying with Russian demands to remove its tool from Apple’s Russian app store. Freelance technology researcher and journalist Samuel Woodhams is on SOEP to tell us what’s been happening and who is standing up to Putin.

First academic evidence of online harassment of women in India
Dealing with trolls requires solidarity, according to a well-known Indian journalist and academic, Dr. Sanjukta Basu, who has personally experienced vicious trolling. She’s been in the UK presenting her research which documents the online abuse women in India have experienced on Twitter/X. We discuss her research on how women can combat toxicity online, particularly in response to orchestrated attacks by right-wing nationalists in India.  

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Peter Guest. 

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Firefox browser blocks anti-censorship add-ons at Russia’s request
Devs claim Apple is banning VPNs in Russia 'more effectively' than Putin
Dr. Sanjukta Basu
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This week we see the impact one charity is having on development of assistive technology for the degenerative condition Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), which affects more than 300,000 people around the world. The technology is playing a vital role in keeping teenage dreams alive. 

A mother and son tell their story; he has DMD, she’s founded a charity to tackle some of the big challenges in drug development in their search for a cure for DMD. In 13 years, Duchenne UK has raised more than £27 million and used this money to fund pioneering medical research, create a DMD clinical research network of hospital sites across the country, set up a national programme establishing best practice across all the disciplines involved in DMD clinical care, and develop innovative assistive mobility technologies, such as the arm-assist Elevex, to support the independence of people with DMD.

Somewhere on Earth meets Eli Crossley - musician, pupil, teenager, whose rock band was the youngest ever to perform at Glastonbury, Eli’s mum, co-founder and Chief Executive of Duchenne UK, Emily Reuben OBE, and Hayley Philippault, Head of Technology at Duchenne UK.  

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Nick Kwek.  

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Duchenne UK
Askew
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Will current legislation be sufficient to control the development of AI? How is AI affecting our human rights? Is AI good enough to draft legal submissions? Does automation bias make us want to trust the technology more than we should? These are just some the of questions SOEP is asking international human rights attorney Susie Alegre. She’s just published her latest book “Human Rights, Robot Wrongs” and will navigate us through the impact of AI on human rights and our interaction with machines.
 "Smoke and Mirrors" - the Prix d'Electronica 2024
Beatie Wolfe, pioneering artist and composer, has been awarded the Prix Ars Electronica "Golden Nica" for her work "Smoke and Mirrors". She’s used NASA data on methane emissions. Probably the most prestigious Media Arts Award in the world Beatie represents 60 years of decades of NASA climate data – in this case rising methane levels, set alongside advertising slogans deployed by Big Oil companies to question climate change during this time. Beatie has also beamed her music into space, weaving her second album into an NFC-enabled jacket. SOEP discusses her piece which reflects the interface between art, music, and technology.
The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington.

More on this week's stories:
Human Rights, Robot Wrongs
Beatie Wolfe - Prix Ars Electronica 2024 winner



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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956877 Buzzsprout-15380144 2387 full 41 41 Tue, 16 Jul 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Using AI to identify threats to human rights and political activists]]> Using AI to identify threats to human rights and political activists
Political activities such as hustings, campaigns and voting are well underway in many countries, but alongside these come incidents of reprisals and voter intimidation in certain regions. Ushahidi is an NGO based in Kenya that maps these incidents. They’ve collaborated with major AI companies specializing in global risk detection. Dataminr utilises public data through its platform to identify risks in advance. Their AI system processes trillions of computations daily, analysing billions of public data inputs from nearly a million sources. It processes various forms of data including text, images, video, audio, and other real-time information. Dataminr has helped develop new AI tools for Ushahidi that focus on helping the collection of data, improving geolocation and real time translation into local languages – all of this is leading to improved safety for individuals. Jessie End, VP, Social Good at Dataminr and Angela Odour Lungati, Executive Director Ushahidi are on the show.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Wairimu Gitahi.
More on this week's stories:
Dataminr: AI for Good
Leveraging Citizen‑Generated Data In The Age Of AI - And How We're Making That Happen
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Following a tumultuous – and violent – series of days in Kenya, President Ruto has reversed his decision on tax hikes that sparked unrest in the streets. The situation has been extremely dire – with law enforcement resorting to tear gas and firearms. Amnesty International, in collaboration with local civic groups in Kenya, has documented a minimum of five fatalities from gunshot wounds and over thirty individuals sustaining injuries. The turmoil primarily took place in the capital city of Nairobi but has also extended to other urban areas across the nation. This protest largely resonated with the Gen-Z demographic, who before seemed unlikely to vote – prompting an examination of the influence of social media. Wairimu Gitahi joins us from Nairobi to delve into this matter further.

Will cheapfakes lead to President Biden’s downfall?
Following, what some commentators are describing as a disastrous presidential debate for Joe Biden, could a low tech misinformation campaign help secure a Trump victory? Misinformation comes in many forms online, but most of us would assume high-level tech would be behind major election interference. However, in the US elections it appears that cheapfakes are becoming increasingly popular. Bhaskar Chakravorti, Dean of Global Business at The Fletcher School, Tufts University explains how Trump supporters don’t need AI or fancy tech to make Biden look frail and weak.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Wairimu Gitahi.

More on this week's stories:
Kenya unrest: Deep economic roots that brought Gen-Z onto streets
White house says Joe-Biden is a victim of ‘cheap fakes’: What are they?
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New research shows that cancer could be detected in the very building blocks of life – our DNA, possibly leading to a diagnosis when the disease is in its infancy. Dr. Shamith Samara-jiwa from Imperial College London is on the show to discuss how AI can be used to detect tiny changes to our DNA called methylation patterns. Genetic factors play a significant role in the development of cancer, making it essential to analyse disruptions in our DNA for accurate diagnosis. However, identifying specific genes affected by cancer is not a straightforward process. The impact of cancer on our DNA may appear random initially, but by studying numerous human genomes and disease cases, researchers can start to identify patterns. This requires analysing billions of individual data points to determine any significant findings. 

Could AI help tackle the loneliness epidemic
Being lonely doesn't necessarily mean you are truly alone. We are currently facing what some refer to as a 'loneliness pandemic'. According to a new book, artificial intelligence is becoming more adept at providing social support and helping people overcome the feelings of low self-esteem and social isolation that often accompany loneliness. “The Psychology of Artificial Intelligence” has just been published and author Tony Prescott, a professor of cognitive robotics at the University of Sheffield in England joins us on the podcast.  

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington. 

More on this week's stories:
Early detection and diagnosis of cancer with interpretable machine learning to uncover cancer-specific DNA methylation patterns
The Psychology of Artificial Intelligence

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956880 Buzzsprout-15268764 2339 full 38 38 Tue, 25 Jun 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Who is behind the big hack attacks?]]> Who is behind the big hack attacks?
More than 100 organisations around the world are believed to have been hacked in ransomware attacks since 2022 by a single hacker group. The most recent occurrence of a ransomware attack was on a company responsible for analysing blood tests for the UK's National Health Service which prompted some major London hospitals to declare a 'critical incident', with many operations postponed. It is believed that a criminal organisation known as Qilin, consisting of individuals fluent in Russian, orchestrated this malicious act, by inserting a piece of software into the company’s IT system which locks it. Once payment is received then access is restored. Ania Lichtarowicz has been investigating for SOEP.

Would tweezers be better than robotic hands?
What if, instead of having hands, we had some kind of bionic device at the end of our arms. Could we adapt to it as naturally as if we’d never had hands in the first place? Researchers in Italy have been addressing that very question using virtual reality. They’ve devised a set of virtual tweezer hands and invited volunteers to try using them to perform dextrous tasks. Professor Viviana Betti leads Cosync, a lab specialising in neurological research at the Sapienza University of Rome in Italy, and the Laboratory of Neuroscience and Applied Technology at the Santa Lucia Foundation IRCCS, also in Rome.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington. 

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The organization tracking the hackers – Group-IB
Rewiring the evolution of the human hand: How the embodiment of a virtual bionic tool improves behaviour 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956882 Buzzsprout-15230150 1685 full 37 37 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Rare earth element boom poisoning Myanmar]]> Rare earth element boom poisoning Myanmar
Growing demand for electric vehicles and wind turbines might look good for emissions, but there’s an environmental cost too. Regions, habitats and livelihoods in Myanmar are facing significant damage because the surge in demand for permanent magnets is driving up mining for rare earth elements according to a report from Global Witness. CEO Mike Davies tells us more.

SOEPSUDS and your comments and questions
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956883 Buzzsprout-15226809 1896 full 36 36 Tue, 11 Jun 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Millions of gallons of water needed for new data centres in Chile during 30 year drought]]> Millions of gallons of water needed for new data centres in Chile during 30 year drought
Chile looks set to become the data centre capital of Latin America, with the country’s President announcing another 28 proposed developments. But these data centres require vast amounts of electricity to run and huge volumes of water to cool them. With the country experiencing a severe long term drought, predicted to last until 2040, how can building these centres benefit the environment and local communities. Rest of World Latin American reporter Daniela Dib has been investigating these concerns.

Concrete alternatives not very eco-friendly
New biobased building materials made from fungi and agricultural residues have been hailed as a possible environmentally friendly concrete replacement. However, new research suggests that these alternatives need huge amounts of electricity to produce and have a shorter lifespan than concrete. To discuss these potential issues as well as how to overcome them, the researcher behind the findings, Stefania Akromah of the University of Bristol joins us on the show.  

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Peter Guest.  

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U.S tech giants are building dozens of data centers in Chile. Locals are fighting back
Potential Environmental Impact of Mycelium Composites on African Communities 

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Can we really lay the blame for our problems to the rise of technology or should be take responsibility for our actions and how we are choosing not to relate to the world around us? Author, tech journalist and comedian Timandra Harkness is on the show to challenge the way we think and deal with the choices presented to us by tech. Her new book “Technology is Not the Problem” explores the themes of our own self worth and of who we are. Are we choosing to lose ourselves to the choices that tech makes for us?
Why do only a fifth of Brazilians have good internet access?
According to The Brazilian Steering Internet Committee only 22% of Brazilians have satisfactory connection to the internet, despite just over 84% of people aged 10 and over, using it. Angelica Mari explains who has access and why the quality of the connections leaves much to be desired.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Angelica Mari.

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Technology is Not the Problem
Lack of good quality Internet access in Brazil
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956885 Buzzsprout-15099475 2431 full 34 34 Tue, 28 May 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Indian Elections; deep fakes, false memes, and misinformation galore]]> Indian Elections; deep fakes, false memes, and misinformation galore
Resurrecting dead politicians in election campaigns online may sound unbelievable, but in the Indian elections it seems that almost anything is possible. From deep fakes and AI meme wars to bogus audio messages, Bangalore based investigative journalist Nilesh Christopher has been reporting on them all. He’s on the show to tell us how voters are being manipulated online.

A quarter of the world has experienced election internet censorship this year
Elections are happening in 60 countries around the world this year. Internet outages and restrictions were unfortunately to be expected in some countries. New analysis shows over 90% of voters in elections that have taken place so far this year live in countries where internet censorship has increased. These include India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Russia, Taiwan, Senegal, Azerbaijan, Comoros and The Maldives. Top10VPN’s Head of Research Simon Migliano tells us more.

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Indian elections and deep fakes
A quarter of the world has faced election internet censorship in 2024
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956886 Buzzsprout-15096630 1781 full 33 33 Tue, 21 May 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Can ‘small’ AI have a huge impact in sub Saharan Africa?]]> Can ‘small’ AI have a huge impact in sub Saharan Africa?
Artificial intelligence is usually fed with large datasets allowing the technology to create what should be well balanced algorithms – but what happens when large data sets aren’t available or the impact of the AI could have a very significant impact on people’s lives? Researchers at Tufts University in the United States have started a program focusing on what they refer to as "small" AI - applications that have significantly positive impacts on individual lives and livelihoods. These applications are specifically designed, using models that have been trained on specialised datasets. Bhaskar Chakravorti, Dean of Global Business at the Fletcher School at Tufts and Abidemi Adisa, the author of the report, explain how farmers in Kenya can benefit significantly from AI. 

Recycling e-waste in Kenya
A UN report recently said electronic waste is rising five times faster than documented e-waste recycling. In 2022, the waste was up over eighty per cent from 2010 and on track to rise by a third by the year 2030. We looked at the problem in Brazil a while back, but Africa has a growing e-waste problem too – and the stuff isn’t recycled in the same way as in developed countries. But could a recycling plant in Nairobi be helping – studio expert Wairimu Gitahi has more. 

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Wairimu Gitahi.  

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Improving the lives of smallholders in rural Kenya with AI
WEEE Centre, Nairobi

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956888 Buzzsprout-15025843 1961 full 31 31 Tue, 07 May 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[AI for peace – using artificial intelligence to manage conflict and maintain peace]]> AI for peace – using artificial intelligence to manage conflict and maintain peace
With numerous ongoing conflicts in places like Sudan, Israel-Iran, Gaza, Ukraine, and Syria, peace can seem scarce in today's world. However, artificial intelligence could play a role is managing wars. A new book titled “AI for Peace” provides a roadmap for using artificial intelligence to promote peace. While machine learning is often portrayed negatively, it has real potential for forecasting and preventing violence, combating hate speech, and addressing the root causes of conflict. Branka Panic, co-author, joins us to discuss how AI can be used to maintain peace.

World Password Day – make yours secure
We’re sure you’ve probably heard it all before, but just in case. As World Password Day approaches Gareth and Ghislaine take a look at what makes a good, secure password. We also hear from one of our listeners' who works in IT infrastructure for a major global firm and we get his advice on making passwords simple, easy to remember but almost unhackable.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington.
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956889 Buzzsprout-14936794 1830 full 30 30 Tue, 30 Apr 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[World Cybercrime Index – Where are the cybercriminals hiding?]]> World Cybercrime Index – Where are the cybercriminals hiding?
Russia leads the list of countries that host cybercrime, followed by Ukraine, China, the USA, Nigeria and Romania, according to a new study by an international team of researchers. The findings come from anonymous questionnaires completed by ninety-two cybercrime experts. The researchers say this survey approach overcomes a major challenge in investigating cybercrime - the anonymity of perpetrators who conceal their identities online. Dr Miranda Bruce, from the University of Oxford and New South Wales in Canberra is lead author and is on show. 
What is your data worth and can you use it like money?
“It’s where the future goes to be born”. That's one of the ways to describe Web Summit. It's a series of events around the globe that brings together some of the biggest names in tech. Over 34,000 attendees have just taken part in Web Summit Rio. Our own Angelica Mari sat down with Drumwave CEO and co-founder Andre Vellozo to discuss the infrastructures that will enable us to trade with our own data.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington.

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World Cybercrime Index
Drumwave

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956890 Buzzsprout-14935772 2030 full 29 29 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Is crypto currency supporting terrorism?]]> Is crypto currency supporting terrorism?
With the phasing out of cash transactions we’ve seen a rise in digital and other transactions. One of the currencies that’s in the ascendancy are crypto currencies, whose place in the market according to Forbes magazine, has shifted from one of fear to neutral, and now to greed. In other words it’s hugely on the up. After facing some downturns a few years ago, it’s now collectively worth more than a trillion dollars. One of the reasons why people are drawn to crypto currencies is that they can offer a certain freedom from traditional banks and other financial authorities. But this freedom can also turn to anarchy and be used for more worrying purposes, as SOEP’s Shiroma Silva reports.  

God-like? A 500-Year History of Artificial Intelligence in Myths, Machines, Monsters
Have we finally built a machine with higher intelligence that ourselves? That’s one of the issues that author and leading thinker on tech Kester Brewin explores in his latest book. Kester discusses with Gareth how myths, machines and monsters created over hundreds of years have influenced the development of AI and how we can now learn to live alongside it.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Peter Guest. 

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The crypto question and the future of money 
Kester Brewin 
   
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956892 Buzzsprout-14850491 2250 full 28 28 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[YouTube approves disinformation ads in India in run up to election]]> YouTube approves disinformation ads in India in run up to election
A recent joint investigation conducted by Access Now and Global Witness reveals that YouTube is giving its approval to election disinformation ads in India prior to the country's general election. The investigation "Votes will not be counted", discovered that YouTube is endorsing ads that make baseless allegations of electoral fraud, spread lies about voting procedures, and launch attacks on the integrity of the electoral process. The investigation found that a total of 48 ads, submitted in English, Hindi, and Telugu, were in violation of YouTube's policies on election misinformation. Despite YouTube's claim to review ad content before allowing them to be published, every single ad was approved for publication on the platform. Shruti Narayan, Asia Pacific Policy Fellow at Access Now and Henry Peck, Campaigner on Digital Threats from Global Witness, and one of the authors of the report are on the show.  

VPNs in run up to elections - keeping voters connected
This year four billion people have the right to vote in national elections in over 60 countries - the biggest number ever and a crucial moment for democracy itself. But many of these elections will be held in countries where censorship and misinformation campaigns have plagued their government's history and internet access has been denied in the run up to voting. Proton VPN will be providing free access to servers to ensure that people stay connected. Samuele Kaplun and Antonio Cesarano from Proton VPN explain how they are protecting those countries at risk of disruption online.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Peter Guest.   

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YouTube approves disinformation ads in India 
Free VPN servers before elections
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956894 Buzzsprout-14850359 2338 full 27 27 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 17:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[SOEP meets Dame Steve Shirley – a coding female pioneer]]> SOEP meets Dame Steve Shirley – a coding female pioneer
Dame Stephanie (Steve) Shirley is a game changer in whatever she does and we were delighted that she agreed to chat to Somewhere on Earth. She arrived in England as an unaccompanied child refugee on the Kindertransport in 1939. She convinced her all girls’ school to allow her to learn maths at the boys’ school and in 1962 started a software business from her dining table which grew to have 8,500 employees and was worth US$3bn. The company initially only employed women working from home. Since retiring in 1993, Dame Stephanie’s life has been dedicated to philanthropy in IT and autism including setting up the Oxford Internet Institute. 

Brazil’s Supercomputer to predict natural disasters
Brazil’s National Institute for Space Research (Inpe) has finally received funding for a new supercomputer that will significantly improve climate forecasting. The new supercomputer is 15 times more powerful than the institute’s current one and scientists hope it can help the country deal with a massive rise in extreme weather events – last year they averaged more than three a day. Angelica Mari speaks to Clezio Nardin, Inpe’s Director about the project.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Angelica Mari.  

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Brazil’s New Supercomputer


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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956895 Buzzsprout-14812408 2303 full 26 26 Tue, 02 Apr 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[West Africa Internet – when will it be fixed?]]> West Africa Internet – when will it be fixed?
As many as a dozen countries across West and Central Africa were cut off from the internet and are still experiencing significant connection issues following damage to submarine cables. Now a repair ship is enroute to fix the d­­amage, but it will be some time before services return to normal. What happened, how was traffic rerouted and how will the cable be repaired, are questions that SOEP will answer. Joining us on the show are Alp Toker, Director of Netblocks and Isik Mater, Director of Research at Netblocks, and Paul Brodsky from TeleGeography, who track submarine cables across the world.

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Netblocks
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956896 Buzzsprout-14770413 2097 full 25 25 Tue, 26 Mar 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[AI for Africa – one young female scientist’s drive to develop solutions]]> AI for Africa – one young female scientist’s drive to develop solutions
We meet Rokhaya Diagne, a twenty something AI developer and entrepreneur who is using AI to overcome Africa’s specific challenges. She’s currently creating a diagnostic platform for malaria in Senegal as well as using underwater drones to map and monitor biodiversity for marine conservation agencies and to improve fishing.

Unlocking Africa's job creation potential
Fewer than 25% of jobseekers in Africa secure formal employment, despite the fact that almost a million people are looking for work every month. The majority are under the age of 30 and they simply lack the tech skills needed to compete in an ever changing market. But how can this problem be solved? Dr Bhaskar Chakravorti, the Dean of Global Business at The Fletcher School at Tufts University is on the show with some suggestions.  

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Rokhaya Diagne
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956897 Buzzsprout-14710268 2015 full 24 24 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Anti-poaching tech – does it work?]]> Anti-poaching tech – does it work?
Anti-poaching initiatives are making increasing use of technology, such as infrared thermography but with an array of tech out there, what should governments, wildlife charities and NGO’s be using? Professor Adam Hart, from the University of Gloucestershire, is a conservationist who’s been testing environmental tech as well as using his hacking skills to protect wildlife. From using drones to monitor large mammals in the African bush to creating homemade detector kits to track endangered bats, Adam is always finding innovative ways to save our planet's most vulnerable species.

Robotic lab in an ancient woodland
Imagine a robotics lab the size of a stately home’s landscape gardens. That’s exactly what the engineers at the Oxford Robots Institute have access to at Blenheim Palace. The stately home is the birthplace of Winston Churchill and has 12,000 acres of gardens where many ancient trees grow – including Europe’s largest collection of ancient oaks, some of which are over a thousand years old. It’s been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, with public access now restricted across much of the estate. However, this podcast has been granted access and we find out how technology is protecting these ancient trees by monitoring them for diseases and the impacts of climate change.

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Professor Adam Hart
Robots monitor Ecosystem at Blenheim Palace

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956898 Buzzsprout-14585234 2025 full 23 23 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Making America e-smart - Digitising public life in the US]]> Digitising public life in the US – making America e-smart
Many governments and local authorities around the world have moved many, if not all their public services online, from filing tax returns to e-passports and food assistance schemes. However, the United States is lagging behind, with many civic services providing lengthy and user-unfriendly systems. CEO of Code for America, the nonprofit social organisation that’s bringing about much of this digital change in public life, Amanda Renteria explains why the US needs to make e-access to its public services easier.

Train your brain to overcome tinnitus with an app
A new app, called MindEar can reduce the impact of tinnitus in just a few weeks. It uses sound, relaxation and cognitive behaviour therapy which can be accessed through a smart phone. It’s estimated that up to one in four people may have the condition worldwide and the cause of this debilitating buzzing or ringing sound is still unknown. Current treatments are expensive and hard to come by. But this new chatbot app helps train your brain’s reaction to the sound, tuning out the tinnitus. Scientists from Australia, New Zealand, France and Belgium report the findings in the journal Frontiers in Audiology and Otology. The lead author and co-founder of MindEar app, Dr Fabrice Bardy, is on the show.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington.

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Code for America
Amanda Renteria
Cognitive behavioral therapy and telepsychology in tinnitus via an app 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956899 Buzzsprout-14531561 1919 full 22 22 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Jimmy Wales - The Wiki Guy - answers your questions]]> Jimmy Wales - Wikipedia co-founder - answers your questions
We speak to the one and only “Wiki Guy” as even he describes himself. Wikipedia and Wikimedia co-founder Jimmy Wales joins Gareth and Ghislaine on the show. He will be talking about his new project called Trust Café and answering your questions on amongst other things Wikipedia’s moderation policies and the impact of large language models on the online encyclopaedia. The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington.

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956900 Buzzsprout-14537394 2816 full 21 21 Tue, 27 Feb 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[The British Post Office Technology Scandal]]> The British Post Office Technology Scandal
The British Post Office scandal saw more than 900 subpostmasters convicted of theft, fraud and false accounting. However, it was faulty account software called Horizon and made by Fujitsu, that was to blame. The personal tragedies of those involved have been documented recently in a TV drama in the UK. But what was actually wrong with the software itself? Susi O’Neill, business technology communications expert, is on the show to explain what went wrong with the software roll out and how mistakes like this can be avoided by other companies.

Why don’t you give SOEP a listen?
Actress, singer-songwriter, performance poet and SOEP subscriber Flloyd Kennedy has immortalised Somewhere on Earth:The Global Tech Podcast into fiction! She’s written, performed and produced a short episode of her own comedy podcast “Am I old yet?” asking the question – am I too old to listen to podcasts? Hear her character dismissing some of the myths about technology and podcasts and convincing someone to give us a try. 

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Angelica Mari.  

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British Post Office Scandal
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956905 Buzzsprout-14452583 1913 full 18 18 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[The Global AI Arms Race]]> The Global AI Arms Race
Leading global powers have for some time been positioning themselves at the forefront of AI development. All these governments see AI as such a powerful tool they want to be first to be in control, however they also want to regulate it. But with regulations, development can be slow says Dr Kerry McInerney from the University of Cambridge and the AI Now Institute, which leaves the dilemma of who should control AI progress? Dr McInerney is on the show to discuss the Global AI Arms race.

Having your say in AI development
As governments race to win the Global AI Race, with industry pushing development too, is there any possibility that the public can have a say in how AI should operate? A project involving AI is itself being used as a tool to determine which areas should be discussed with regards to the progress of AI models. It’s called Recursive Public and it’s arguably one of the first serious efforts to frame some global consensus on AI’s workings and governance. It’s a ground up project involving ordinary members of the public as well as various professional bodies and the AI community at large. SOEP reporter Shiroma Silva looks to see if we really can have a say in the development of AI.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Peter Guest.

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Dr Kerry McInerney 
Recursive Public  
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956906 Buzzsprout-14383598 2181 full 17 17 Tue, 30 Jan 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[A Bitcoin transaction ‘uses a swimming pool of water’]]> A Bitcoin transaction ‘uses a swimming pool of water’
Every Bitcoin transaction uses about the same amount of water as a backyard swimming pool according to a study published in the journal Cell Reports Sustainability. That’s around six million times more than a credit card swipe. The vast amounts of water are needed as Bitcoin uses so much computing power, and in turn, electricity to complete a single transaction on the blockchain ledger. Digiconomist and author of the study Alex de Vries is on the show to explain how he came to his conclusions and what can be done to reduce this phenomenal amount of water consumption.

Desalination system makes freshwater cheaper than tap water
Engineers at MIT in the US and in China have designed a solar powered device that takes in saltwater, uses its circulation and the sun’s heat to lead to evaporation, which creates a salt free water vapour that can be condensed into drinking water. The system is so effective it can produce between four to six litres an hour and is cheaper and faster to produce than tap water. Lenan Zhang, a research scientist at MIT’s Device Research Lab, explains the process to Gareth Mitchell. The work is published in the journal Joule. 
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Bitcoin’s growing water footprint 
Desalination system could produce freshwater that is cheaper than tap water

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956907 Buzzsprout-14347557 1829 full 16 16 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Internet shutdowns cost more than $9 billion in 2023]]> The true cost of Internet shutdowns across the world 
Internet shutdowns around the world cost more than $9 billion US according to Top10vpn.com. Their annual report “The Global Cost of Internet Shutdowns” shows that 196 major self-imposed internet blackouts happened in 25 countries and 747 million people were impacted. Russia, Ethiopia and Iran were the worst culprits. Unsurprisingly, 50% of the outages were linked to additional human rights abuses. Samuel Woodhams, Digital Rights Lead at Top10VPN.com and one of the authors of the report is on the show. 
2024 is the biggest ever election year – how will tech impact the results? 
65 countries including the US, India, Russia and Mexico are holding elections this year and more than 2 billion people have the right to vote. But will democracy withstand the march of AI and other technology that will bring with them a wave of disinformation and deep fakes with less scrutiny and checks on social media? Gareth and Peter discuss the risks posed to elections by technology this year. 

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Peter Guest.
 

More on the show:

Internet Shutdowns: Economic Impact 2023 – Top10vpn Report 

In a year full of elections, does Big Tech have democracy’s back? 



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Two major advances in 3D printing human skin could lead to major advances in wound healing. A team of scientists at Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine in the US have printed full thickness human skin for the first time. They successfully printed all six major human cell types present in human skin, creating normal skin layers - the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis. The bioprinted skin formed blood vessels, skin patterns, and showed normal tissue formation. It also produced more collagen which will reduce scarring. If you pay to subscribe to the extended version of the podcast you can hear about another study where the Brazilian cosmetic company Grupo Boticário has 3D printed skin which includes hair follicles.
 
Stolen mobile phones in Brazil can now be blocked immediately
A new system that blocks stolen mobile phones via an app or the web has been launched in Brazil. Almost a million mobiles were stolen in 2022 in Brazil. Many Brazilians use the instant payment system Pix, so blocking a stolen phone as quickly as possible can significantly reduce the amount money stolen from someone’s account. More than a million people have registered to use the Celular Seguro programme in its first two weeks. Using the country’s citizen registration scheme, it allows people to block or unblock their phones from a trusted and registered source. 

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Angelica Mari.

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Multicellular bioprinted skin facilitates human-like skin architecture in vivo 

Incorporation of hair follicles in 3D bioprinted models of human skin

Brazil’s Grupo Boticário develops 3D skin with bioprinting technology

Safe Cell Phone is now available on GOV.BR

Stolen cell phone blocking will be immediate via application or web by registered person

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If you like our show please]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956909 Buzzsprout-14277795 1969 full 14 14 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Tech trends to watch in 2024 – the good and the bad]]> Tech trends to watch out for in 2024 – the good and the bad 
We’re predicting the tech trends we may see in 2024. It's a big year with national elections in the US, South Africa and Bangladesh to name just a few - how will technology impact the outcomes? Misinformation is likely to be a big part of the story, and potentially could be a part of the result. The tech companies have been culling their online safety teams, and there have been court battles in the US over the First Amendment and the legality of removing false information. 
Climate tech start-ups in Africa
Climate technology seems to be on the up too, with a recent report predicting that it will be the big investment area for tech start-ups across Africa. It may even overtake fintech as priorities change across the continent.

The dangers of surveillance tracking tech
And will 2024 be a good year for murderous regimes who don’t like critics, wherever they are? Ever-improving surveillance and tracking tech suggests that it might be. You might be in exile in the UK or the US, but that doesn’t necessarily make you safe. 

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Misinformation research is under attack. So what’s the plan for 2024?
https://www.fastcompany.com/90984912/election-integrity-work-is-under-attack-so-whats-the-plan-for-2024 

Investing in climate tech innovation in Africa
https://www.thecatalystfund.com/insights/investing-in-climate-tech-innovation-in-africa

On British soil, foreign autocrats target their critics with impunity
https://www.codastory.com/authoritarian-tech/on-british-soil-foreign-autocrats-target-their-critics-with-impunity/ 
 
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The still gaping gap for women in tech in pay and position - the underdog and the underpaid, to climate tech – the problem or the solution, are just some of the stories discussed in this episode. Intelligence analyst, Agatha Christie fan and Computer Weekly’s 2023 Women in Tech winner Suki Fuller joins regular studio experts Ghislaine Boddington and Angelica Mari to take us through some of the big tech stories of the year.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio experts are Ghislaine Boddington and Angelica Mari. 
 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956911 Buzzsprout-14134258 2392 full 12 12 Tue, 26 Dec 2023 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[The risk of ransomware attacks - are governments taking them seriously?]]> The risk of ransomware attacks - are governments taking them seriously?
A report out this week by the Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy in the UK claims that because of the British government’s failures to tackle ransomware, there is a “high risk” the country faces a “catastrophic ransomware attack at any moment.” We discuss whether governments at all levels - national or local – are doing enough to protect themselves against these types of attack, and what happens when defences are breached? Also, how can we protect our data online - top tips from our studio expert.

Keeping our data for future generations - will our archiving stand the test of time? 
IT technology journalist and new media pioneer Bill Thompson joins us to answer a listener’s question. Sam Quinn asks "having recently returned from an amazing holiday in Egypt and Jordan, and seeing the ‘data’ left from people living thousands of years ago, I’d love to hear how data from the current days, held on magnetic media will survive well into the future (given I can’t even play VHS tapes any more!)." 
The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington. 
 
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UK at high risk of catastrophic ransomware attack report say
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956912 Buzzsprout-14166348 2155 full 11 11 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Tackling huge youth unemployment in Africa through Jobtech opportunities]]> Tackling youth unemployment in Africa and making data more accessible 
There is a huge unemployment problem among the youth in Africa, and there is a massive data research gap for companies that want to invest or have invested in the continent. A company behind an app called Rwazi is now employing more than 50,000 young people in Africa to collect data on who is buying what, for how much, from where, when, and why. The aim is to help these companies drive revenue and expansion. Our studio expert, Wairimu Gitahi, reports from Nairobi. 
 
SOEP SUDS
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Rwazi
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International Labour Organization – Youth Unemployment rates Africa
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956913 Buzzsprout-14134488 1814 full 10 10 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Saving lives at sea with an autonomous lifeboat]]> Saving lives at sea with an autonomous lifeboat
An autonomous lifeboat is being tested in Scottish waters in a bid to save many more lives at sea. Currently, the main reason for not launching lifeboat rescue missions to distress calls is the risk to the rescuers – not only will those already in danger be probably lost but also those going out to save them. With a crew-less boat this is no longer a risk. The vessel will use an AI detection system to identify victims in the water and a conveyor belt to lift them out of the sea. Sam Mayall, Founder and CEO of Zelim, the company behind the autonomous lifeboat joins us on the show.

Could Icelandic genes lead to new medical treatments?
Genealogy is a national hobby of Iceland, and its people are known for their long-standing passion for it. This tradition was taken further into a digital world and Íslendingabók (The Book of Icelanders), a free online genealogical database was developed. It holds genealogical details of almost entire populations going back to the 9th century when the first Viking and Celtic settlers arrived there. The database is very popular with ordinary Icelanders and is used mostly out of fun and curiosity. It even has an anti-incest feature which shows if people are related to each other when dating. However, the database is also being used by scientists to study the genetics of certain diseases. SOEP’s Snezana Curcic has been to Iceland to find out how the Íslendingabók works.


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Zelim: the future or unmanned search and rescue
https://www.zelim.co/

deCode Genetics
https://www.decode.com/

Dr Kari Stefansson, CEO, deCode
Kari Stefansson - deCODE genetics | LinkedIn

Iceland Genealogy App
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0175wbv

Harpa, Reykjavik's Cultural Centre 
https://www.harpa.is/en/   
 
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The rise of AI powered tech has been phenomenal over the past year, but with the explosion in its popularity the energy costs needed to support these services have also risen rapidly. AI uses much more power than more traditional tech and a new study in the journal Joule suggests that AI tech could use as much energy as a small country, like the Netherlands or Sweden, by 2027. The accuracy of the prediction needs to be questioned as tech firms don’t disclose enough data for a conclusive assessment, but as more firms embrace AI solutions, energy consumption will increase. We speak to the author of the study, Alex de Vries.  
 
 
Data Unions 
Reporter Shiroma Silva investigates the growing power of data unions or co-operatives. These are groups run by trusted moderators who gather members’ data and sell it to carefully chosen buyers. The group member can benefit financially as well as wield some control over their data. Without the union, the data that we generate is often sold to third parties without our knowledge or consent. Shiroma looks at how people around the world are taking back some control over their data. 
  
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The growing energy footprint of artificial intelligence
https://www.cell.com/joule/pdf/S2542-4351(23)00365-3.pdf

Swash app
https://swashapp.io/

Unbanx
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanmcdonald1/

Shiroma Silva
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shiromasilva/?originalSubdomain=uk 
 
 
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A counselling app for family planning, used by nurses at a women and children’s hospital in Yaoundé, Cameroon, has increased the use of long-term reversable contraceptives (LARCs) threefold. The study, published in the journal Science Advances, shows that the impact of the app was similar to giving large discounts on these contraceptives. Nurses used a tablet computer to conduct counselling sessions with clients, which recorded their fertility plans, needs, and preferences regarding contraceptive methods. The digital app uses an internal algorithm to rank methods according to their suitability for the client’s lifestyle and health needs. Professor Susan Athey, from Stanford University and Berk Özler, from the World Bank’s research department – both authors of the study – are on the show. 


Web Summit 2023 – was there any good tech for good? 
Angelica Mari, one of our regular studio experts, has just left Lisbon after chairing four sessions at the conference. More than 70,000 delegates showed up to one of the biggest tech meet ups in the world – but how much tech for good was discussed? Angelica gives us an insider look. 
 
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Can personalized digital counselling improve consumer search for modern contraceptive methods? 
https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adg4420 
 
Professor Susan Athey: Director, Golub Social Impact Lab 
https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/faculty-research/faculty/susan-athey 
 
Berk Ozler: Lead Economist, Poverty and Inequality, Development Economics 
https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/people/b/berk-ozler 
 
WebSummit 
https://websummit.com/ 


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One in three people around the world still doesn’t have access to the Internet, including 1.3 billion children who can’t get online at home. But many of these children can’t connect at school either, meaning they won’t learn digital skills that are desperately needed in an increasingly digital world. Without them they stand little chance of lifting themselves out of poverty. 

A global initiative run by UNICEF and the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) aims to connect every single school in the world to the Internet by 2030. But how will this be done? How do you even find every school in the world? Will governments co-operate? These questions and others are answered on this special edition of Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast, by Chris Fabian, co-founder and co-leader of Giga – the initiative to give every young person access to information, opportunities and choice.

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Giga: Connecting every school in the world to the internet

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Chris Fabian, Co-founder, Co-Lead Giga, UNICEF

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hichrisfabian/?originalSubdomain=ch 


Salima Bah, Minister of Communication, Technology and Innovation, Government of Sierra Leone, West Africa

https://www.linkedin.com/in/salima-bah-564800184/?originalSubdomain=sl
  

Ben Roberts, Group Chief CTO and Innovation Officer at Liquid Intelligent Technologies 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-roberts-9085592/ 

 
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We could report on the latest internet shutdowns every week – and we will be bringing you regular updates. This week Founder and Director of Netblocks, Alp Toker, is on Somewhere on Earth to give us a snapshot of where people can’t currently get online and why. 
 
Listener feedback 
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Netblocks 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956918 Buzzsprout-13929089 2236 full 5 5 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Deepfakes undermine trust in real news]]> Ukraine deepfake videos undermine trust 
The first ever study of deep fake videos on Twitter/X from the war on Ukraine shows that some users lost trust in any footage coming from the conflict – even when it was real. They also found that online conspiracy theories are using deepfakes to support their claims. Lead author John Twomey from University College Cork is on the show. 

The EU’s crackdown on Gaza misinformation online 
Mislabelled videos, doctored images and many other false claims have been circling online since just after the attack on Israel by Hamas. The EU Commission responded quickly and issued stern warnings to major tech companies, reminding them to comply with the Digital Services Act – new legislation imposing content moderation obligations on social media platforms in the EU. But this very action is seen by some as the censorship that the DSA Act is designed to avoid. Our studio expert, tech journalist Issie Lapowsky, has been reporting on the story online and explains its complexities. 
  
How the war in Ukraine is changing drone tech 
More than 200 drone-related tech companies now operate in the Ukraine, building and operating more and more sophisticated drones with improved speed, flight range and payload capacity. As Mike Sapiton, previously of Forbes, explains the war in Ukraine has led to significant developments in drone tech, including AI assisted drones now taking part in the conflict. 
  
  
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Do deepfake videos undermine our epistemic trust? 
https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0291668 
Europe’s Gaza misinformation crackdown could set a dangerous precedent 
https://www.fastcompany.com/90968595/europes-gaza-misinformation-crackdown-could-set-a-dangerous-precedent 
The war in Ukraine is spurring a revolution in drone warfare using AI 
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2023/07/26/drones-ai-ukraine-war-innovation/ 
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Major natural disasters like floods or wild fires leave tens of thousands of people homeless every year. If they’re lucky, they will find themselves in temporary accommodation. But what if 3D printing a new home allowed people to have permanent high quality shelter within a matter of weeks? Ross Maguire, CEO of Azure Printed Homes is currently printing a room in a day from used plastic bottles. He’s on the show to explain the technology behind this sophisticated and speedy housing solution and how they’re currently using it in California. They hope that soon they will use the technology in more remote locations. 

Redressing the gender balance – getting more women on Wikipedia
 
Dr. Jessica Wade is a materials scientist by day, looking to develop new semiconductors that can be used at room temperature, making quantum computing a step closer to reality. However, by night she is addressing the gender and diversity imbalance online. Since 2018 she has written Wikipedia entries of women and people of colour every day. Jess now also nominates unknown scientists for awards they would never have entered for themselves, attempting to significantly raise their profiles and shine a light on their work. 

Venture capitalists investing in Tech for Good

Evan MainDonald, Managing Partner at Hyperlight Ventures, a venture capital fund that supports socially responsible projects is on the show to explain why he is investing in the Somewhere on Earth podcast.

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Azure 3D printed homes
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3D printing turns to recycled plastic to extend its sustainable credentials https://www.ribaj.com/products/recycled-waste-plastic-used-to-make-3d-printed-homes-sustainability

Dr. Jessica Wade
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jess_Wade 

Evan MainDonald and Hyperlight Ventures
https://hyperlight.ventures/ 
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It's estimated that every year invisible e-waste amounts to 9 billion kilogrammes - that's one-sixth of e-waste worldwide. According to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Forum almost $10 billion in essential raw materials is recoverable from things many people don't even realise are electronic e.g. toys, vapes and cables. Magdalena Charytanowicz, Communications Manager at WEEE explains the problem while Alexandre Mansur, Director at O Mundo Que Queremos in Brazil, comes up with a possible solution to point-of-sale fintech waste.

Who's behind SOEP?

Oh no, not another tech podcast you say - but we hope to stand out from your usual same old Silicon Valley reporting by bringing you stories from around the world. We speak to Nana Baffour, Chairman, CEO and Chief Culture officer at Qintess - one of Brazil's top tech firms - about why he's decided to invest in the project.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Angelica Mari.

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‘Invisible’ E-Waste: Almost $10 Billion in Essential Raw Materials Recoverable in World’s Annual Mountain of Electronic Toys, Cables, Vapes, and more...

Nana Baffour, Qintess

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Discover what it really means to build borderless, AI-ready teams, how roles are changing, why “AI fluency” goes far beyond using tools, and what skills will matter most in the months ahead. We also dive into the human side: the emotions, the adaptation, and the mindset needed to thrive in this new landscape.

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956793 0a3af128-c55d-11f0-bb8a-cf07f97a824a 205 full 1 1 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 11:21:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Belarus 2.0: Rebuilding a Nation with Tech – Exclusive with President in Exile Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya]]> dominates every stage, one story stands out amid the tech frenzy: Belarus 2.0.

In an exclusive interview with Belarus President-in-exile, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, we learn how thousands of
Belarusian tech founders, forced to flee persecution and imprisonment, are now launching startups across Europe, keeping innovation alive despite being in exile.

Separately, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya is working on rebuilding Belarus itself — creating a vision for a free, digital-first, democratic nation, ready to emerge without the influence of Putin or Lukashenko.

For the first time ever, Belarus has a stand at Web Summit,
symbolizing hope, resilience, and the power of echnology as a tool for both innovation and national renewal.



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Forget the headlines about private jets and billion-dollar startups. We’re looking for the hidden heroes of innovation — founders from the world’s remotest corners bringing tech for good ideas to life.

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Joining Ania is Professor Mohsen Mosleh from the Oxford Internet Institute, who unpacks how political bias, algorithmic design, and social sharing habits shape what we believe online — and what, if anything, we
can do about it.



🌐 VPNs, Verification & the New Internet Divide

New age-verification laws across Europe are reshaping access to adult content and sparking a boom in VPN usage. Are these online safety acts truly protecting minors, or just driving users underground?

Sam Woodhams, VPN Managing Editor at TechRadar, joins us to reveal surprising data behind the sudden 77% drop in site traffic - and why governments might be eyeing your encrypted browsing next.



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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956796 0a3a4426-c55d-11f0-bb8a-5b1cfe94bf42 1699 full 1 1 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:28:00 GMT false <![CDATA[The Misinformation Machine: Why We Click on Lies]]>
New research analyzing over 10 million posts reveals a startling paradox that holds true across every major platform, from X and BlueSky to LinkedIn: lower-quality news consistently attracts more engagement than higher-quality content. And the most surprising part? It’s not just the algorithms—it’s us.

This week, we dive into the digital realities fracturing our online world. We explore why user preferences, not just code, are driving us into echo chambers and enabling the spread of misinformation. The implications for our political discourse and society are enormous.

Don't just scroll - understand the forces shaping your feed. Listen to get the insights you need.

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We dive into the fight for gig workers’ rights with Gigu, a Brazilian startup that took on Uber to promote fair pay and transparency, and Vos Futura, a platform redefining journalism with positive, solution-driven stories. We also head to Uzbekistan, where AgriTech innovator Grows is using AI tools to empower millions of smallholder farmers and build a more sustainable future.

Finally, we explore how artificial intelligence is transforming education, from remote learning and language inclusion to mental health and online safety. Can machines tell meaningful human stories - and should they?



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The algorithms are choosing what to play… and even what to say.

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The programme is presented by Ania Lichtarowicz.

 

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Professor Oli Buckley

Iryna Volnytska

 

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Packed with practical advice and real-world insight - essential listening for anyone living life online.

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956801 0a33d582-c55d-11f0-bb8a-57391a085462 244 full 1 1 Sun, 19 Oct 2025 05:30:00 GMT false <![CDATA[AI, Curiosity, and the Future of Humanity: Digitally Curious & Somewhere on Earth Unite for a Groundbreaking Tech Podcast Crossover]]>
 

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington.

 

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Digitally Curious



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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956802 0a3a78f6-c55d-11f0-bb8a-ffd786b747ff 2331 full 1 1 Tue, 14 Oct 2025 23:07:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Your Guide to the Future: "Somewhere on Earth" x "Digitally Curious" Podcast Episode]]>
We’re teaming up with Andrew Grill, the Actionable Futurist behind the Digitally Curious podcast, for a special edition all about AI, society, and the real-world impact of digital change.

Andrew brings practical, no-nonsense insight into how to use the future — not just imagine it. Plus, Ghislaine Boddington joins us to share her unique take from the cutting edge.



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🌍💻 Nowhere to Hide: Dr. Julia Shaw on the Rise of ‘Green Crime’ and the Tech Tracking the Planet’s Worst Offenders

Criminal psychologist Dr. Julia Shaw is on the show to talk about the tech behind her new book “Green Crime: Inside the Minds of the People Destroying the Planet - and How to Stop Them”. She explains how AI, satellite surveillance, and forensic finance are tracing the data signatures of environmental offenders who thought they could hide.



The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ania Lichtarowicz.



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AI optimizes evacuation, diagnosis and treatment of wounded soldiers in Ukraine

“Green Crime” by Dr. Julia Shaw



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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956804 0a37bd14-c55d-11f0-bb8a-0fa7e657a4af 2063 full 1 1 Tue, 07 Oct 2025 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[How AI Saves Lives in Ukraine & the Tech Behind Fighting Environmental Crime]]>






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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956805 0a37e0fa-c55d-11f0-bb8a-c3ffa608a85a 191 full 1 1 Sun, 05 Oct 2025 05:30:00 GMT false <![CDATA[16m X users in EU unmonitored and How Sudan’s WhatsApp Ban Is Cutting Off Survival]]>
14% of EU based X users have no human content moderators in their languages, according to new research from the Oxford Internet Institute. 16 million EU-based users of X don’t have moderators for their national language.  Hate speech in English is often flagged and removed quickly. But in many other languages - including Italian, Portuguese, Arabic and Spanish - especially on smaller platforms, dangerous content stays online unchecked. This moderation gap leaves entire communities exposed to harassment and disinformation.  The study also found gaps on LinkedIn. The lead author of the study, Manuel Tonneau speaks to Gareth.

 

📵 Sudan’s WhatsApp Ban: A Lifeline Cut Off

Sudan has blocked WhatsApp voice and video calls, citing vague security concerns. For families separated by war, aid workers, and journalists, this was a vital lifeline. The Keep It On coalition say the ban is less about safety
and more about control, worsening isolation and disrupting humanitarian relief. In conflict zones, connectivity isn’t optional - it’s survival.  They are calling for the ban to be lifted immediately.



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Language
Disparities in Moderation Workforce Allocation by Social Media Platform

#KeepItOn: Time to end Sudan’s isolation; lift the WhatsApp block now

 

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956806 0a37af5e-c55d-11f0-bb8a-a7f5a91d36a6 1658 full 1 1 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Why Connectivity and Moderation Matter More Than Ever]]> Moderation isn’t equal. New research shows social media
platforms fail non-English speakers — with dangerous consequences.”

📵 Sudan’s WhatsApp Ban

Sudan has blocked WhatsApp calls. For families in war, aid workers, and
journalists, that’s more than inconvenient — it’s survival cut off.



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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956807 0a371b84-c55d-11f0-bb8a-eb77195bf9b4 148 full 1 1 Sun, 28 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Digital Ceasefires & DeepSeek’s Breakthrough: How Peace and Science Are Redefining Our Digital Future]]>
When war moves online, civilians and critical infrastructure become targets in new ways. In this episode, we unpack Access Now’s call for a digital ceasefire — a bold demand to protect human rights in cyberspace. What would it mean to declare peace in networks, servers, and code? And how do we hold governments and companies accountable in this invisible but devastating battlefield? Giulio Coppi, senior humanitarian officer author at Access Now and Marwa Fatafta, co-author of the recent report, Digital Ceasefire: The Path to Peace Goes Online are on the show.



The Science Behind DeepSeek’s Success

China’s DeepSeek R1 AI model has stunned the tech world — not just for its performance, but for how it was built. With no billion-dollar budgets and no shortcuts, the team leaned on efficiency and innovative training methods that are rewriting the rules of AI research. In this episode, we explore the science behind their success and what it reveals about the future of innovation and global competition in AI.



The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ania Lichtarowicz.



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Digital Ceasefire: The path to peace goes online

The secrets of DeepSeek AI model revealed in landmark paper



 

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🔌 War has gone digital. So must peace.What does it look like to demand a #DigitalCeasefire—not on the ground, but in the code, networks, and servers where conflict now spreads?

🧠 Meanwhile in China: a small AI lab just schooled the giants.DeepSeek’s R1 model made waves globally—not with limitless funds, but with clever, efficient science. No supercomputers. No hype. Just breakthrough innovation. We break down how they did it.



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Technology is what we make it. It can safeguard rights or accelerate
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The future isn’t just coming—it’s being coded, trained, and deployed right now.

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🤖 The Future of Work: Why AI Assistants Are Here to Stay

Alex Farrell, CEO of Autometry, believes AI assistants will soon be our digital colleagues, boosting productivity by taking over repetitive tasks while humans focus on creativity and decision-making. Her message is clear: AI is here now, and businesses must adapt.

🌍 Africa’s Youngest Generation: Can AI Earn Their Trust?

Dr. Wambui Kahara, CEO of Crystal Tribe Investments, highlights how Africa’s young, fast-growing population needs AI tools built with local languages and contexts. Without trust and cultural relevance, digital natives risk being left behind in the AI revolution.
⚡ AI Supremacy: Who’s Winning the Global Tech Race?

Bloomberg columnist Parmy Olson unpacks the battle between the US and China for AI dominance, warning that corporate ambition often overrides ethics and regulation. With rising concerns over trust, energy use, and mental health, the world must decide what price to pay for AI’s convenience. She also discusses her international best selling book "Supremacy: AI, ChatGPT and the Race That Will Change the World".

The programme is presented by Ghislaine Boddington.

 

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Alexandra Farell

Wambui Kahara

Parmy Olson

Supremacy: AI, ChatGPT and the Race That Will Change the World

 

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🚨 AI isn’t just the future — it’s already here.
From the workplace to Africa’s digital youth to the global AI race, the world is changing fast.

In this week’s Somewhere on Earth – The Global Tech
Podcast, host Ghislaine Boddington dives deep with:
🤖 Alex Farrell — why AI assistants could soon sit next to us at work.
🌍 Dr. Wambui Kahara — how Africa’s young generation can shape AI that truly speaks their language.
⚡ Parmy Olson — who’s winning the global AI race, and what it means for trust & innovation.

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matter.



Story 1 – AI and African LanguagesHausa, spoken by 94 million people, is understood by ChatGPT only 10-20% of the time. The issue? Lack of training data. A team behind African Next Voices has recorded 9,000 hours of speech across eighteen African languages, creating datasets to train AI and finally bring these languages online. Dr Ife Adebara CTO of EqualizeAI and Lead Solutions Engineer at Data Science Nigeria shares insights into the challenges, scope, and wider economic potential of this project.



Story 2 – Micro-Explosive BrailleMost braille displays only show one line at a time, limiting access to complex content. A team from Cornell, MIT, and Michigan Universities has developed a multiline braille display using micro-explosions of fuel gas in silicone sheets to raise dots safely and rapidly. Tested successfully with users, this innovation could bring tactile reading into classrooms, libraries, and homes, while opening applications in VR, AR, and biomedical research.

 

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ania Lichtarowicz.

 

More on this week's stories:

AI models are neglecting African languages — scientists want to
change that

Explosion-powered eversible tactile displays

 

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956812 0a36f212-c55d-11f0-bb8a-578ade1a5232 1299 full 1 1 Tue, 09 Sep 2025 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Does AI Speak Your Language? African Voices & Explosive Braille Tech]]> This week:🔹Why AI fails 94M Hausa speakers — and the project fixing it.🔹The explosive new Braille tech changing classrooms forever.



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Being online should be empowering - but for LGBTQ+ communities across Africa, it’s often dangerous. A new survey from digital rights group Access Now reveals how queer people are suffering harassment, threats, and abuse across social platforms. Instead of offering protection, major tech companies are turning a blind eye, leaving millions vulnerable. On this episode, we speak to Jaimee Kokonya, Africa Campaigner at Access Now, about the reality of digital life when simply logging on can put your safety at risk.



Your AI browser extension could be spying on you

Those handy AI browser assistants might be giving away more than they promise. A team at University College London has revealed that some of these popular extensions are quietly collecting highly sensitive data, including medical information and even social security details. We speak with Dr Anna Maria Mandalari, senior author of the study, about how these tools trade privacy for convenience, which extensions failed the test, and the one that actually passed. If you’ve installed one of these add-ons, you’ll want to hear this before your next click.



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More on this week's stories:

Digital Rights LGBTQ+ Africa

Rainbow-burning: how social media companies increase risks for LGBTQ+ people in Africa

AI web browser assistants raise serious privacy concerns



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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956814 0a3a5114-c55d-11f0-bb8a-b33bdd533f47 1812 full 1 1 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Your digital life is under threat. And the dangers are not always who you think.]]> Podcast…

When the Internet turns against you. We hear how LGBTQ+
communities across Africa are being targeted with horrific abuse on social
platforms – while Big Tech looks the other way. We speak to Access Now’s Jaimee Kokonya on why being online is an act of bravery.

And… is your AI assistant spying on you? Research from University College London shows some popular browser extensions are harvesting
your most sensitive data. Professor Anna Maria Mandalari reveals which
extensions failed the test, which one passed, and how to protect yourself.



The tech stories that matter with Gareth Mitchell and Ania Lichtarowicz.

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956815 0a37d52e-c55d-11f0-bb8a-dbb61b14000d 249 full 1 1 Sun, 31 Aug 2025 09:55:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Brazil’s Bold Crackdown on Mobile Phone Theft: Lessons for the UK]]> The UK’s battle against mobile phone theft is being hindered by a standoff between law enforcement and major handset manufacturers. Police want to use IMEI blocking to quickly disable stolen devices, but Apple and Google disagree on the approach. The deadlock raises questions about privacy, data access, and the most effective way to render stolen phones useless.  While the UK remains stuck in debate, Brazil’s major players - from telecoms to government agencies - are working together to tackle phone theft head-on. Sao Paulo-based tech company Qintess has developed a multi-layered system: detecting cloned devices through call
pattern analysis, a secure app that lets users remotely lock stolen phones,
and a restricted IMEI list that instantly renders devices unusable. The result is a coordinated, nationwide shield against phone crime.

 

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Safe Cell Phone App

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Apple and Google clash with Police over mobile phone theft



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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956816 0a37ea5a-c55d-11f0-bb8a-37e32ed2598d 1830 full 1 1 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[GigU app boosts driver earnings as Danilo Luiz champions positive media in Brazil]]> In Brazil, many ride-hailing and food delivery drivers face the harsh reality of low earnings — sometimes even paying to work. GigU is changing that. The startup’s app acts as a “smart co-pilot,” showing drivers whether a job will actually be profitable before they accept it. Co-founder Luiz Neves shares how this technology is helping gig workers earn more, gain independence, and stand up to industry giants — even sparking lawsuits from the very companies it’s challenging.


Voz Futura: Brazilian football star leads movement for positive news
The 24/7 news cycle can feel overwhelmingly negative, but a new Brazilian media venture wants to rewrite that narrative. Voz Futura, co-founded by professional international footballer Danilo Luiz and journalist Pedro Pirim Rodrigues, is dedicated to replacing damaging headlines with stories of hope, achievement, and progress. By
leveraging storytelling and technology, they aim to shift public perception, inspire communities, and make the media landscape a healthier space for all.



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In this week’s episode, we explore an innovative health platform called Medsi AI that can measure your heart rate and assess mental well-being - just from a one-minute selfie and a short voice recording. Developed in Mexico to address a health system struggling to meet the needs of an ageing population, Medsi AI is working alongside the government to expand access to care. With over half of healthcare spending coming directly from individuals and millions without coverage, this cutting-edge tool offers a glimpse into the future of affordable, accessible health diagnostics.



Maes Negras: Creating opportunities for black mothers in Brazil

We also shine a light on Maes Negras, a Brazilian platform dedicated to helping black mothers secure employment, gain mentorship, and grow their businesses. Founded by Thais Lopes, the initiative offers a one-stop solution for career support, skill development, and networking opportunities. In a country where systemic barriers still limit opportunities for many, Maes Negras is building a pathway for economic empowerment and long-term success for one of Brazil’s most underrepresented communities.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert Angelica Mari.

 

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For 12 months, the people of Annobón, an island province of Equatorial Guinea, have lived in a digital blackout - cut off from the world with no explanation. Why would a government deliberately silence its own citizens? In this episode of Somewhere on Earth, we speak with Tutu Alicante (EG Justice) and Felicia Anthonio (Access Now) about the shocking reality of one of the world’s longest-running internet shutdowns. Digital rights groups are now demanding action - but will the world listen? 



From oil giant to climate ally? How Petrobras is unlocking emissions data for the world

What if the key to fighting climate change wasn’t just more data - but making it accessible to everyone? In a groundbreaking partnership, Brazil’s Petrobras and tech hub CESAR have transformed dense emissions reports into an interactive public dashboard tracking G20 nations’ climate progress. Could making this complex scientific data easily accessible and understandable bring real change?

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Access Now – Keep it On Campaign - Annobón

EG Justice

Petrobas/CESAR Climate Data Dashboard

 

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956820 0a36594c-c55d-11f0-bb8a-5f095a55e609 1793 full 1 1 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Weddings Reimagined: VR vows, smart rings & the rise of intimacy tech | Bridechilla x Somewhere on Earth]]>
What happens when Bridechilla meets Somewhere on Earth? Tech, tradition, and a touch of tulle collide in the second of two special crossover episodes, exploring how technology is transforming weddings around the world. 

In Episode 2, hosts Gareth Mitchell and Leah Haslage dive into intimacy tech, virtual reality ceremonies and even hologram guests with award-winning body-tech pioneer and regular Somewhere on Earth studio expert Professor Ghislaine Boddington.  You’ll hear how today’s weddings are blending real-world love with digital innovation - from heartbeat-sharing smart rings to 360° livestreamed vows, and NFT wedding certificates in the metaverse.

Plus, a special field report from India with Somewhere on Earth studio expert  Chhavi Sachdev, revealing how the wedding tech boom is revolutionizing big fat Indian weddings.

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In this special crossover episode of Bridechilla and Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast, hosts Leah Haslage and Gareth Mitchell join forces to explore how artificial intelligence and tech tools are revolutionizing the wedding experience.

From AI-assisted guest lists to ChatGPT powered etiquette fixes, you'll learn:


How to use AI to streamline planning, clean up guest addresses, and handle tricky family conversations.



Budget-friendly tech hacks to keep your wedding spending in check.



How to build a custom playlist, write a speech with ChatGPT, and create your own wedding website or app.


Our guest Jaime Coast, an accomplished artist and wedding stationer, shares where AI shines (and where it shouldn’t) in design and planning.

Somewhere on Earth regular studio expert Angelica Mari brings us a report from Web Summit Rio, where she chats with Carolina Kia Takada about the new WhatsApp wedding AI assistant she has created, that’s helping couples plan their big day with ease.

Stay Tuned: In the next episode, we dive into intimate tech and weddings in the metaverse. Don’t miss it.



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Meta’s Project Waterworth isn’t just another undersea cable - it’s an 50,000km+ behemoth set to link continents, with India’s data centres as a key hub. Doctoral researcher Anniki Mikelsaar from the Oxford Internet Institute breaks down its geopolitical stakes: Will it dodge regulatory battles? The project also raises questions about regulation and security. Who controls these underwater data highways? As demand for low-latency connections grows, Meta’s investment could redefine how the world stays online - and who profits from it.



AI vs. Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Diabetes can silently attack nerves, leading to foot ulcers that risk amputation. Enter LookInside, an AI app that diagnoses ulcers in seconds using smartphone scans. Founder Dr. Hermilio Carvalho explains how it could slash global healthcare costs—and why it’s part of a wave of AI tools fighting diabetes’ invisible threats.

Tinder’s double dating revolution

Swipe culture just got safer: Tinder’s Double Date lets users’ team up with a friend to match with pairs. Gareth cheers it as a no-brainer for safety, while Chhavi wonders: Could this kill awkward first-date small talk? Either way, it’s a bold step towards reimagining digital dating.



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Meta’s submarine cable – the longest ever

LookInside – Diagnosing diabetic foot ulcers with AI

Tinder Double Dating



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The growing demand for AI comes with a staggering energy price tag. Research by Alex de Vries reveals that AI could consume nearly half of global data centre power by the end of 2025, surpassing even cryptocurrency mining. As models like DeepSeek AI advance, so does their electricity consumption, raising urgent questions about sustainability. How can tech companies balance innovation with environmental responsibility? And could policy changes or more efficient hardware help reduce AI’s carbon footprint? Digiconomist Alex De Vries is on the show.



Fighting food waste with tech: The app rescuing surplus meals

Startups like Food to Save are tackling another global crisis: food waste. By connecting restaurants, bakeries and takeaways with unsold meals to people who need them, the app turns nearly expired - but perfectly safe - food into affordable "Surprise Bags." Could this model work worldwide? From Kenya’s food waste challenges to AI predicting food insecurity using satellite data, innovative solutions are emerging. Hear from Food to Save’s co-founder Lucas Infante on how tech can help reduce waste—one meal at a time.



The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Wairimu Gitahi.

 

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Traditional black boxes—Cockpit Voice Recorders (CVR) and Flight Data Recorders (FDR)—have critical flaws. CVRs often overwrite audio after just two hours, while FDRs require physical recovery, delaying crash investigations. Honeywell’s new HCR-25 solves these issues with a 25-hour CVR and live satellite data streaming, ensuring instant access to flight data even if the physical box is lost. This tech could have transformed probes like the Air India 171 or Air France 447 investigations, where recovery took years. Though retrofitting costs are high, global regulators are pushing adoption to prevent future tragedies.



Frost Away: How Chile’s Tech Shields Farmers

Frost devastates crops, but Chilean startup Frost Away fights back. Its AI-powered mesh networks predict frosts hours in advance, alerting farmers to protect fields. Similar challenges exist in India, where apps, often paid for, offer partial solutions. Frost Away’s innovation highlights the need for affordable, scalable agritech in vulnerable regions.

 

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Forget expensive apps - Storm Education is teaching English via WhatsApp voice notes, memes, and chats, targeting Brazil’s 95% non-English speaking population. Founder Marcos Almirante reveals how his startup scaled to 100,000+ students entirely within WhatsApp—and why traditional language apps should be worried.

Cabo Verde’s offline EdTech breakthrough: Education without internet

Angola-based Wongo just launched in Cabo Verde, bringing mobile lessons to sex workers, rural youth, and offline communities. Their secret? Pre-loaded courses that work without WiFi. Executive Director Joel Cruz explains how this model could bridge Africa’s digital divide.

Women-led startups outperform men - but still get less funding

Data shows female-founded businesses deliver higher returns, yet they receive just 2% of venture capital. The Cartier Women’s Initiative is changing that - by backing 330 women across 66 countries every year for more than 18 years, and applications for this year’s awards are OPEN until 24th June. Global Director Wingee Sin shares why awards like these are game-changers.



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Storm Education

Wongo

Cartier Women’s Initiative

Cartier – Science and Technology Pioneer Award

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Imagine learning calculus from Ada Lovelace or art theory from Leonardo da Vinci—digitally resurrected in 3D AI avatars. That’s the vision behind Wisdomia, the first Web3.0 edutainment marketplace blending gamified learning with immersive history. Founder Dinis Guarda joins us to explain how users interact with AI versions of geniuses, explore 3D-rendered wonders like the Temple of Artemis, and earn rewards while learning. “This isn’t Wikipedia in 3D,”  he says—"it’s a tipping point for education."

 

H&M’s Digital Model Twins: Innovation or Job Threat?

Fashion meets the metaverse as H&M scans real models to create AI “digital twins” for campaigns. While the brand calls it a "creative enhancement”, critics warn of lost jobs for photographers, makeup artists, and models themselves. “Is this sustainability or just cost-cutting?”, we ask digital twin expert Ghislaine Boddington.

 

Premier League’s VAR goes Semi-Automated- Fans Fume

Football’s robot referees are causing chaos! The new semi-automated offside system uses 10,000 data points per player to make calls—but when it falters humans have to step in.

 

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington.

 

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Wisdomia

Dinis Guarda

Businessabc AI Global Summit

H&M; Digital Twin Models

Semi-Automated Offside Technology (SOAT)

 

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Imagine a university shackled by slow, outdated tech - now picture it rivalling global giants in connectivity and innovation. That’s exactly what happened when São Paulo State University (UNESP) teamed up with Brazilian IT powerhouse RoostEdge to completely overhaul its IT infrastructure across 34 campuses in just 18 months; swapping clunky legacy systems for a lightning-fast, future-proof network that’s now the envy of universities worldwide. The secret? A powerhouse partnership between UNESP’s Director of Technology, Professor Ney Lemke and RoostEdge’s visionary CEO Eliezer Silveira Filho, proving that when academia and industry join forces, even the most ambitious digital transformations become reality. But here’s the kicker - this isn’t just a win for UNESP; it’s a roadmap for any institution ready to ditch sluggish systems, attract top talent, and supercharge research with cutting-edge tech.



The programme is presented by Angelica Mari and the studio expert is Ania Lichtarowicz.

 

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magine accessing affordable solar power with just a few clicks - no rooftop panels, no upfront costs, just clean energy delivered through smart, decentralized infrastructure. That’s the vision transforming communities across Brazil, where millions are still priced out of the energy transition. Leading this project is Pedro Somma, CEO of Luz Energia. He explains how the company is building a digital-first platform to democratize solar energy, offering energy-as-a-service and unlocking real impact in underserved regions. It’s not just innovation - it’s climate equity at scale.



Can tech remove CO2 permanently from the atmosphere?

Julia Sekula, CFO of Terradot describes how they are scaling carbon dioxide removal (CDR) through Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) in Brazil. Backed by a multi-year deal with Microsoft to remove 12,000 tonnes of CO₂, Terradot is pioneering one of the most advanced ERW monitoring efforts to date. With nearly 50,000 tonnes of rock deployed across 2,000 hectares, Terradot is targeting its first carbon credits in 2025.



Sirius Education

Editor Ania is also out and about talking to startups - this week we meet the Founder of Sirius Education, Arnobio Morelix. They are training professionals to be ready for the jobs of the future.



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Luz Energia

Terradot

Sirius Education



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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956829 0a381a48-c55d-11f0-bb8a-b7192a725b30 1289 full 1 1 Tue, 27 May 2025 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[35,000 AI Deepfake Models Found Online – The Shocking Rise of Non-Consensual Porn]]> Gareth and Ghislaine on the show. 

 

MySQL at 30: The Unsung Hero Powering Facebook, the Web
& Your Data - The Database That Quietly Runs the InternetYou’ve probably never heard of it—but your data lives on MySQL. Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, this open-source database is the invisible backbone of Facebook, countless websites, and nearly every major online service. It’s an open-source success story, which relies on
simplicity and speed and it’s easy to set up. We spoke with Peter Zaitsev, who joined MySQL in 2002 and later co-founded Percona, a leading database consultancy.  Next time you log into Facebook or book a flight, remember - there’s a 30-year-old database working behind the scenes. Not bad for a tech "underdog."

 

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Dramatic rise in publicly downloadable deep fake image generators

1995-2025: MySQL at 30!

 

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Whistle blower and data activist Brittany Kaiser, whose story is told in the Netflix documentary “The Great Hack”, joins Gareth and Ania on stage at Web Summit Rio. She talks about her latest initiative that will allow Brazilians to get paid for sharing their data.



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CEO of RoostEdge Eliezer Silveira Filho is on stage to tell us about how RoostEdge is connecting technologies and people, generating innovative, intelligent and high-impact solutions using Edge Computing and IoT, whilst also working with tech for good initiatives. We’re delighted to announce that we are partnering with Roost and you will be hearing more from Roost’s clients over the coming months.



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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956832 0a367b84-c55d-11f0-bb8a-0f0bc57fd33b 2050 full 1 1 Tue, 06 May 2025 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Love, Lies & Digital Crime: The Global Web of Romance Scams]]> In this episode, we uncover the dark side of the internet where romance scams flourish across major technology platforms—and the heartbreaking consequences they leave in their wake. Victims are deceived by online personas, only to find themselves emotionally betrayed and financially devastated. But the story doesn’t stop there. Freelance journalist Emily Fishbein takes us deep into the criminal underworld operating in post-coup Myanmar, where trafficked individuals are forced into running these scams under threat and coercion. Emily, now a fellow with the Pulitzer Center’s Rainforest Investigations Network, shares findings from her pre-fellowship work featured in Al Jazeera and MIT Technology Review. This episode explores the intersection of technology, organized crime, and human vulnerability, shedding light on how digital platforms have become unwitting hosts to industrial-scale scams.

The Surprising Roots of Social Media in Ham Radio
Long before Facebook and MySpace, there was another kind of social media - the world of amateur radio. Celebrating 100 years since the founding of the International Amateur Radio Union in 1925, we reveal how ham radio operators have been connecting, communicating, and innovating across the globe for a century - from disaster relief to space communication. A hobby rooted in analogue technology has evolved into a vibrant, digital, and community-driven space. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a podcast lover, or curious about the future of social connection, tune in to hear from broadcaster and radio amateur Jim Lee (G4AEH) as we decode the past, present, and future of this unique tech tradition.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ania Lichtarowicz.

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Inside a romance scam compound—and how people get tricked into being there
Amateur radio services at the forefront

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Buying electronic toys that speak your language or even a doll that looks like the proud owner is easy – that is if you’re white and speak English. It’s much harder to buy other ‘lifestyle’ products, for example, a child’s plate with Arabic writing on it, or a doll wearing a hiyab. Oyindamola Kazeem, realized this when she herself had children so she set up Hadiyang – the "one stop digital hub for Islamic products" in Nigeria. She was at Web Summit Qatar to expand her business to the MENA region.

Another Nigerian tech startup – “Howbodi” was also on a similar mission. Howbodi means “How are you?” in pidgin English and is also the name of an app and website that is using the latest AI tech, combined with human back up in the form of therapists, psychologists and psychiatrists to destigmatise mental healthcare in Nigeria. Dr. Maymunah Yusuf Kadiri and Zainab Kadiri are now looking for investors to finance standalone internet connected mobile mental health care booths, so people in rural areas can also have access to free mental health care.



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Oyindamola Kazeem

Howbodi

Dr. May

Zainab Kadiri



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The most detailed computer model of the brain ever built
The most detailed computer simulation of the human brain to date has been created. The model illustrates how the brain uses and stores energy. So far they’ve found that diet, exercise, and supplements may help mitigate the effects of aging on our brains. While the connection between physical health and brain health is not a novel concept, the depth of analysis regarding brain cell interactions, blood circulation, and blood chemistry provided by this model is unparalleled. This research has been published in Frontiers in Science, the leading open-access journal from Frontiers. The principal investigator, Dr. Polina Shichkova, tells Gareth more about the project.

GPS jamming on the up…again!
If you are a regular subscriber you might recall our show from last October discussing GPS jamming and spoofing. Recently, countries have been reporting an increase in the number of attempted disruptions to the radio signals used – these can impact aircraft operations, shipping, logistics, power grids, and any other sectors that depend on location or timing signals from satellites. Now the International Telecommunication Union has issued a joint statement urging countries to improve the security of these systems.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ania Lichtarowicz.

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Kenya’s Blood Automation Plan
Modelling metabolism in the aging brain
Can we keep the brain energized as it ages?
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Protect satellite navigation from interference, UN agencies urge

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Arab.org – clicking our support to NGO’s and charities
If you find that doing the right thing can sometimes feel like a challenging task, you will appreciate the platform we have on the show today. Arab.org serves as a convenient avenue for donating to charitable causes with just a single click. While this concept may not be entirely new, Arab.org distinguishes itself from typical fundraising websites. It functions as a hub for the NGO community, facilitating connections between NGOs and individuals who support their missions, while also streamlining some of their corporate operations. Ania met Arab.org founder Alexander Nehme in Qatar.

Branding – why getting our own digital brand is essential
It may feel uncomfortable when individuals advise you to "create your own brand," especially when so many people are now doing this online. Maha Abouelenein, a personal branding specialist and the CEO and founder of the global communications consulting firm Digital and Savvy, has authored the best-selling book "Seven Rules of Self-Reliance" and has some tips on
how to best market yourself online.
 
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Metalchemy
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Digital and Savvy

 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956838 0a35b046-c55d-11f0-bb8a-273704ed32e5 2200 full 1 1 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Restoring US Government websites since Trump came to power]]> Since January 20th this year there has been a significant reduction of content on US government websites, following directives from the Trump administration to eliminate extensive data and resources, particularly those related to health equity, equity, diversity, and inclusion, or any other topics the administration considers excessively "woke." In response, groups of volunteers have come together to archive these websites before they become inaccessible. This effort is monumental, not only due to the vast amounts of data involved but also because of the technical challenges associated with backing up such large websites. Among the volunteers is Lauren, a dedicated research scientist who, despite her demanding day job, has been working late into the night on this initiative, alongside other public health experts, web developers, and Python programmers. Lauren is specifically focused on preserving information from one of the government's primary health websites, the CDC and she is on the show.

Innoora – the avatar communicating in Arabic with deaf people
A new avatar, which can ‘read’ webpages in sign language could help Arab deaf children across the Middle East and North Africa. Innoora is a startup that aims to transform communication for the deaf with AI-driven sign language translation, voice recognition, and emotion analysis. Ania met up with founder Basant Amr at Web Summit Qatar.

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Restored CDC
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956839 0a3791e0-c55d-11f0-bb8a-7b2768555b05 2046 full 1 1 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Agritech in Uzbekistan: helping small scale farmers recover from communist farming methods]]> Uzbekistan is tackling the many problems it faces in farming and agriculture with the help of technology. During its time as part of the Soviet Union, the country was forced to grow cotton which led to major environmental problems. The country has 5.5 million smallholders, many of whom are women. A new digital platform called Growz is creating tech solutions for smarter and more sustainable farming as well as allowing the farmers easier access to customers and suppliers. Murod Khusanov, the founder and CEO of Growz, was at Web Summit Doha and spoke to editor Ania.
 
Generating Power from Gravity
In the last of his series of reports from the Consumer Electronics Show, Jez Donaldson reports on a technology that generates power from Gravity – he’s on the show to explain how it all works.
 
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Growz
Jez Donaldson
 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956840 0a3a372e-c55d-11f0-bb8a-430c2ba56f4e 1903 full 1 1 Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Myanmar tops the charts for the most internet shutdowns in 2024]]> India stands as a global leader in various sectors - technology, innovation, space exploration, and education in science and engineering. However, it has also consistently ranked first in internet shutdowns for six consecutive years. From 2016 to 2023, there were a total of 771 recorded incidents. According to the Freedom Law Centre India, a digital rights organization, the criteria for implementing these shutdowns are often lacking in transparency. Notably, in the past year, Myanmar has surpassed India, with the military regime responsible for 85 internet shutdowns, while India recorded 84. We check out the annual report on Internet Shutdowns from the digital civil rights NGO Access Now.

Glasses that improve the vision of patients with macular degeneration
200 million people worldwide have macular degeneration – a form of sight loss often associated with ageing. Now a US company say they have developed glasses that can improve their vision significantly. Jez Donaldson has been finding out more. 

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Emboldened offenders, endangered communities: internet shutdowns in 2024
SolidddVision

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956841 0a380d00-c55d-11f0-bb8a-8ba5394b8074 1427 full 1 1 Tue, 11 Mar 2025 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[The first African-born Arab woman to go into Space]]> Sara Sabry, is an engineer, citizen astronaut, and entrepreneur of Egyptian-Lebanese descent. In 2022, she made history by becoming the first Egyptian to journey into space during the Blue Origin NS-22 mission, as well as the first woman of African descent and Arab heritage to achieve this milestone. Additionally, she is the founder and CEO of the Deep Space Initiative, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing space exploration. In 2021, Sara completed a two-week simulation of a lunar mission and astronaut training program at Florida Tech, distinguishing herself as the first Egyptian woman qualified to conduct research in sub-orbital space. Sara spoke with Somewhere on Earth at Web Summit Qatar, in front of a live audience. More than 25,000 people attended the summit, where thousands of tech start-ups, mainly from the Middle East and Africa, were bidding for investments.
 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956842 0a35fe8e-c55d-11f0-bb8a-372ec662b600 2005 full 1 1 Tue, 04 Mar 2025 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Is Arabic another language that goes unchecked online?]]> A few weeks ago we reported on the almost impossible task of monitoring Kiswahili content online. This situation exposes millions of people to harmful and abusive content while the major social media companies continue to profit. In another report by the Centre for Democracy and Technology, similar conclusions have been drawn about Maghrebi Arabic – a language spoken by about 100 million people across western and central North Africa. Just like Kiswahili, monitoring Maghrebi Arabic is very difficult and current methods are completely inadequate. Dr. Mona Elswah is the lead author of the report on the Maghreb region and joins us on the show.

An AI that identifies prostate cancer
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma has one of the lowest survival rates among major cancers.  The absence of early symptoms and the lack of effective screening methods result in over 80% of cases being identified only after the cancer has metastasized and spread around the body. At this advanced stage, survival rates drop to below 10%. Treatment is available when detected early and this is where AI comes into the screening process.  Jez Donaldson meets Dr. Logan Nye, a physician & computational scientist at Carnegie Mellon University, who is behind Galen Health, the company that’s designed the cancer detecting algorithm.
 
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Galen Health – revolutionizing cancer screening with AI

 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956847 0a373344-c55d-11f0-bb8a-b3f08f925410 173 full 1 1 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 11:47:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Robobees – could they help solve world hunger?]]> A drone approximately the size of a thumb and weighing less than one gram is currently under development by a team at MIT. This team is focused on creating robotic insects that could serve various purposes, including functioning as pollinators in vertical farms—environments where crops are cultivated within tall structures designed for optimal growth conditions. The engineering challenge of designing such a tiny flying robot is huge. One major obstacle is replacing rotors with small, flapping wings. However, this approach presents its own difficulties, particularly that the wings tend to break at the hinge. The team at MIT have made some significant progress with this. Gareth spoke to co-lead author Suhan Kim. The research is published in the journal Science Robotics.

The latest tech for good gadgets at the Consumer Electronics Show
Somewhere on Earth reporter Jez Donaldson has been to the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. This event is the largest of its kind globally, featuring the most recent advancements in technology and gadgets. Jez was on a mission to find tech for good. Over the coming weeks we will hear what he found. He starts with a company named OnMed, which is developing standalone hybrid telemedicine clinics that can be easily connected to a power source and the internet, allowing patients to consult with a real doctor via a screen.
 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956848 0a35bfdc-c55d-11f0-bb8a-335c1963c2bd 1402 full 1 1 Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[A new feeding robot could return people’s independence at mealtimes]]> A group of friends is enjoying lunch together, however one of the friends is unable to use their arms so rely on a carer help them eat. Now a new robot – called FIDI – could return their independence at mealtimes. A robotic arm positioned on the table automatically delivers food to their mouth, using AI and cameras to adapt to the user’s movements and behaviours, ensuring that the food reaches its intended destination—the person’s mouth. Ania saw FIDI in action at Web Summit where she met Krzysztof Stelmach, the CEO of Semi Robotics and FIDI’s creator.

AI and its influence on history and religion
Imagine the possibility of immersing yourself in a biblical scene or engaging in a direct conversation with a deity from another religious tradition. Alternatively, consider visiting an ancient landmark, such as the Colosseum in Rome, and experiencing life as the Romans did while interacting with a chatbot. Professor Sreevas Sahasranamam, from the Adam Smith Business School at the University of Glasgow is on the show to tell us more.

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956856 0a3768fa-c55d-11f0-bb8a-8b2ed6bf7111 1986 full 1 1 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 02:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Tech and the rise of autocracies around the world - a Web Summit Special]]> How has technology helped autocracies rise around the world and can it be used to bring democracy back? Angelica spoke to Venezuelan political activist and opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez about how technology has led to the rise of autocracies around the globe and how it can be used to restore democracy. Somewhere on Earth is at Web Summit Lisbon, alongside more than 70,000 attendees. We speak to Karena Walshe, Head of Impact about what Web Summit is and its influence on tech and the environment. 

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956858 0a34267c-c55d-11f0-bb8a-0f0423711cc0 1525 full 1 1 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Why aren’t women embracing AI?]]> Women are not using AI as much as men and appear to be falling behind in using it in the workplace, according to Susi O’Neill. Susi is the Founder and Executive Director of EVA, a responsible technology and communications consultancy building trust in tech. She noticed in the AI Adoption data that women were using AI at work less than men and has been researching into why this is happening and what can be done to stop women falling behind.
How to make an audiobook – a subscriber’s experience
One of our regular subscribers, Patricia Rykiel, has just published an audio book and she got in touch to tell us about it. Patricia joins SOEP to tell us what she has learnt about the tech behind digital publishing and producing audio to make “Don’t Break my Rice Bowl” transfer from paper to sound.
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Engineers at MIT have developed a miniature battery that can power cell-sized, autonomous robots for drug delivery within the human body, as well as for other purposes such as detecting leaks in gas pipelines. The batteries measure 0.1 mm in length and 0.002mm in thickness each - that’s about the same thickness as a human hair. The battery captures oxygen from the air and uses it to oxidize zinc, generating a current with a potential of up to 1 volt. This output is sufficient to power small circuits, sensors, or actuators. Professor Michael Strano, who led the team behind the work, is on the show.

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In general, people in the developing world are optimistic about the potential of AI. Of course, there are some concerns about job security and fairness, but overall, the positive outlook outweighs the negative. However, this is not the case in countries like Ghana, where suspicion and fear prevail. Interestingly, even with Google's significant presence in the country, the sentiment remains unchanged. That's why we have a special report on the state of AI in Ghana, covering everything from translation apps to healthcare. Our coverage of Ghana is thanks to author and journalist Sophia Smith Galer, who recently travelled across the country and has prepared a series of reports for us.  

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Wairimu Gitahi. 

More on this week's stories:

AI: Saving lives and languages in Ghana

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956887 Buzzsprout-15061121 2016 full 1 1 Tue, 14 May 2024 20:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Shout out for our PodExtra Edition]]> Dear Lovely SOEP listener,Just a little shout out to remind you that we also do a PodExtra version of the show.  For just $10US a month you can hear more of our guests and even new stories, as well as even more chat between Gareth and our studio experts.  We know it's a big ask but we really do appreciate all your support.Just click on the link below to subscribe:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2265960/subscribeMany thanksThe SOEP Team
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A little extra episode for our lovely SOEP Subscribers.  Just over a year ago the BBC axed its flagship global tech radio show – Digital Planet.  A few of the listeners (we did have 1.5million downloads a year BTW) got together in London to reminisce and remember the programme.  Here’s a short recording from that evening where some of the team discussed what stories they would have been covering if Digital Planet was still on air.  Hopefully we’re reporting on them here on Somewhere on Earth – if not let us know what we should be doing!This show is presented by Gareth Mitchell with studio experts Ghislaine Boddington and Bill Thompson.
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956893 Buzzsprout-14872407 862 full 1 1 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 17:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[A gentle ask for your (financial) support]]> A gentle ask for your (financial) supportDear lovely Somewhere on Earth Subscribers (or SOEPSUDS for short) here's a short message from Gareth, reminding you about our podextra shows.  For $10US a month, you can hear extended interviews from our guests, details about how they came to be where they are now and even some new additional stories from time to time.  We appreciate that in these hard times it's a big ask, that's why we have the shorter free and accessible version.  We are incredibly grateful for all your support.    A huge thanks from the SOEP Team.
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956901 Buzzsprout-14561033 233 full 1 1 Sat, 24 Feb 2024 09:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Tech in Ukraine after two years of war]]> Tech in Ukraine after two years of war
Two years ago Russia invaded Ukraine and in that time, the country’s already booming tech sector has adapted and changed rapidly. In 2022 it was service led, providing IT development for companies outside its borders. Now though things have changed significantly and not only are the tech savvy helping the war effort, but many entrepreneurs are also looking to the future and planning on rebuilding a Smart Ukraine. Iryna Volnytska is the President of SET University, which was set up just a week before the war started. It’s now providing training for many women who hope to work remotely in the tech sector and it’s introducing undergraduate degrees that can be undertaken in other countries before students return to Kiev for the final year. We also speak to Bhaskar Chakravorti, Dean of Global Business at The Fletcher School at Tufts University in the US who has been researching the digital economy in the Ukraine.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Angelica Mari.

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SET University
Imagining a Digital Economy for All
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956902 Buzzsprout-14529633 1777 full 1 1 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Diagnosing TB using AI and a mobile phone]]> Diagnosing TB using AI and a mobile phone
Diagnosing tuberculosis is cumbersome and not all tests are available in developing countries. Now a team of scientists has used AI to allow a mobile phone to identify if someone’s cough could be a sign of TB. Dr Manuja Sharma, from the University of Washington is on the show to tell us how they used machine learning to identify more than 33,000 coughs and tested the tech in a clinic in Kenya.

Payment card to fund cutting edge research
Every time you make a payment with a card you could be funding research into neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. Science Card has linked to a number of research projects where you can donate directly or at a point of sale. We hear about the tech behind the card from Daniel Baeriswyl, CEO and Founder of Science Card. We also hear about the tech the card will be funding from Professor Emad Moeendarbary from University College, London. Professor Moeendarbary has created a drug testing platform that mimics human neurons to try and find new treatments that repair the damage to the neurons caused by neurodegenerative diseases.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Peter Guest. 
More on this week's stories: 
TBscreen: A passive cough classifier for tuberculosis screening with a controlled dataset 
Unlocking the secrets of neurodegenerative diseases 
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We have a very special annoucement and we need you help. We have the co-founder of Wikipedia and founder of the Wikimedia Foundation Jimmy Wales coming on the show. But instead of us asking the questions, we want to hand over to you. What would you like to ask Jimmy Wales? Please send us your questions by Friday 16th February via our social media channels, email hello@somewhereonearth,co, leave us a voice or written message on WhatsApp +44 7486 329 484. Thank you.

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Imagine going to the supermarket to do your weekly shop and also getting a breast examination at the same time. The screening would be performed not by a human but a robot, designed by engineers at the University of Bristol and the Bristol Robotics Laboratory in the UK. It's called "IRIS" and it looks like a mechanical claw which can apply very specific forces and detect lumps using sensor technology deeper in the breast tissue than ever before - meaning that it could detect cancer at an earlier stage. Dr. Antonia Tzemenaki and lead researcher George Jenkinson are on the Somewhere on Earth podcast to explain how it all works.

Could AI be reducing internet freedom?

Internet freedom is declining globally because certain governments are using developments in AI to restrict content their citizens can access online. According to a report by Freedom House - an American organisation that describes itself as supporting and defending democracy around the world - some governments are using AI to increase online censorship and also fabricating images, audio and text to distribute misinformation. Journalist Emma Woollacott explains which countries are most impacted.

The programme is presented by Gareth Mitchell and the studio expert is Ghislaine Boddington.

More on this week's stories:

New robot could help diagnose breast cancer early

The Repressive Power of Artificial Intelligence

Freedom On The Net Report Highlights Dangers Of AI

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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956923 Buzzsprout-13844688 2134 full 1 1 Tue, 31 Oct 2023 21:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Somewhere on Earth - Trailer #4]]> Meet some of our studio experts who will be guiding you through the tech for good stories on Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast.  Ghislaine Boddington, Pete Guest and Angelica Mari join Gareth Mitchell to tell you more about themselves.Episode one coming October 31st!Subscribe now and don't miss out.
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956926 Buzzsprout-13844660 122 full 1 1 Fri, 27 Oct 2023 05:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Somewhere on Earth - Trailer #1]]> Gareth Mitchell tells us more about "Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast"Episode one coming October 31st!Subscribe now and don't miss out.
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956927 Buzzsprout-13844640 152 full 1 1 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 05:00:00 GMT false <![CDATA[Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast...coming soon!]]> Yes that's right, Somewhere on Earth is here!We tell the untold and unloved tech stories from Somewhere on Earth to help create a tech for good ecosystem, where new ideas and new technologies can find support and evolve.Subscribe now and don't miss out.
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As cities grow and become more crowded, we are increasingly building underground. But tunnelling beneath busy urban areas can be dangerous, with unstable ground, changing geological conditions and the risk of damage to buildings and infrastructure above. We explore how AI is bringing together geological and construction data to predict potential tunnel problems up to seven days in advance.

What if your paediatrician was just a WhatsApp message away?

At three in the morning, a child has a fever but how do parents know whether to wait, give medication or rush to hospital? We explore how DocoKids connects families with real paediatricians through WhatsApp, even in communities with limited internet access, while AI works behind the scenes to help doctors save time and improve access to healthcare.

The presenter is Ania Lichtarowicz.

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Editor: Ania Lichtarowicz

Somewhere on Earth Productions UK Ltd. We’re a UK based production company creating podcasts and branded content that bring stories, places and people into focus. We’re all ex-BBC so the quality of the content is excellent and quality of the sound is amazing.

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]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/3010823 a1564a1e-adbd-4621-835f-7cba54ac29d3 1260 full Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:58:09 GMT false false Bogota, RAP (Especial) Central, 11001, Colombia <![CDATA[From Jet Engines to Hydrogen: Why the Midlands Still Invents the Future]]> Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast celebrates 10 years of the Energy Research Accelerator (ERA) and the Midlands’ extraordinary history of innovation.

From Derby, birthplace of the modern factory, to Leicester’s DNA fingerprinting breakthroughs, Nottingham’s MRI and ibuprofen innovations, and Lutterworth’s jet engine legacy, the East Midlands has long shaped the technologies that changed the world. Now, a new generation of innovators is building the future of clean energy, hydrogen, sustainable transport and net zero industry.

In this episode, we speak to leaders from ERA and industry partners including Cadent about how the region is helping commercialise breakthrough technologies, develop talent, support startups and drive the UK’s transition to a cleaner, greener economy.

The programme is presented by Ania Lichtarowicz.

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Refrigeration is responsible for a huge share of global carbon emissions but Colombian startup NanoFreeze believes biotechnology could change that. Founder and CEO Isabel Pulido explains how her company’s bio-nanotechnology is designed to dramatically reduce energy use in cooling systems, improve cold-chain access and lower costs for industries from food transport to pharmaceuticals. We also discuss why she’s been selected for the Cartier Women’s Initiative, one of the world’s leading programmes for female entrepreneurs. 
Why Is Tech Still Failing People with Disabilities?
From inaccessible apps to AI systems that overlook disabled users, inclusive design is still missing from much of today’s technology. Inclusive design expert and author Reginé Gilbert joins us to discuss why accessibility continues to be treated as an afterthought — and how emerging technologies like AI, virtual reality and spatial computing risk deepening exclusion if companies don’t build inclusivity in from the beginning. She’s co-author of a new book: “Digital Accessibility Ethics: Disability Inclusion in all Things Tech.”

The proramme is presented by Ania Lichtarowicz.

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🎥 Learn more about what we do: 
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If you like our show please rate and review us.]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/somewhere-on-earth/2956759 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72047390 1781 full Tue, 19 May 2026 20:00:03 GMT false <![CDATA[The Cooling Revolution: How Technology Could Cut Refrigeration Emissions by 50%]]> Refrigeration’s Climate Problem and the Startup Trying to Solve It
Refrigeration is responsible for a huge share of global carbon emissions but Colombian startup NanoFreeze believes biotechnology could change that. Founder and CEO Isabel Pulido explains how her company’s bio-nanotechnology is designed to dramatically reduce energy use in cooling systems, improve cold-chain access and lower costs for industries from food transport to pharmaceuticals. We also discuss why she’s been selected for the Cartier Women’s Initiative, one of the world’s leading programmes for female entrepreneurs. 
Why Is Tech Still Failing People with Disabilities?
From inaccessible apps to AI systems that overlook disabled users, inclusive design is still missing from much of today’s technology. Inclusive design expert and author Reginé Gilbert joins us to discuss why accessibility continues to be treated as an afterthought — and how emerging technologies like AI, virtual reality and spatial computing risk deepening exclusion if companies don’t build inclusivity in from the beginning. She’s co-author of a new book: “Digital Accessibility Ethics: Disability Inclusion in all Things Tech.”

The proramme is presented by Ania Lichtarowicz.

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Artificial intelligence is reshaping the music industry, but not always in the ways people expect. Researchers at the Oxford Internet Institute have been speaking with musicians across several countries about life in the streaming era and how AI fits into their creative work. Many artists say they are using AI as a practical tool, for example to overcome writer’s block or experiment with new ideas, while still believing that human emotion and authenticity remain central to music. 

Using artificial intelligence to break communication barriers for deaf communities
AI is also being used to tackle accessibility challenges. At Web Summit Qatar, the Polish company Migam showcased technology designed to translate spoken language into sign language in real time. The aim is to make digital platforms - from streaming services to video calls - more accessible for millions of deaf users around the world, demonstrating how AI could expand communication as well as creativity.

The programme is presented by Ania Lichtarowicz.


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