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Humanitarian AI: Trust and Impact Over Efficiency, Says Singapore Red Cross

AI in humanitarian work should prioritize trust and impact over pure efficiency, according to Nur Hafiza Mutalif of the Singapore Red Cross. She emphasizes a "do no harm" principle, explaining that AI should not be treated as a simple efficiency tool in this sector. The organization has developed a leptospirosis forecasting model using Dataiku, which helps free up staff time while adhering to strict ethical guidelines and ensuring human oversight. AI

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