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June 13, 2024 43 mins

In Part 3 in our series on AI, Brian DeRenzi, head of Dimagi's research and data team, joins Jonathan Jackson and Amie Vaccaro to discuss how advances in AI can affect global health and development. They discuss AI's rapid evolution, practical applications, and the importance of thoughtful implementation to avoid a future where only the privileged benefit. The discussion covers Dimagi's focus on equitable AI through direct-to-client work, how AI can support health workers, and Dimagi’s new bot building and testing platform, Open Chat Studio. 


Discussion points:

  • AI Evolution: Exploring the rapid advancements in AI models and technologies

  • Dimagi's AI Projects: Insights into Dimagi's current AI initiatives and their goals

  • Generative AI in Healthcare: Practical applications and benefits for healthcare workers and clients

  • Equitable AI Deployment: Strategies to ensure AI technology is accessible to all

  • Open Chat Studio: Introduction to Dimagi's platform for developing and testing chatbots 

  • Language Accessibility: Challenges and progress in LLM’s support for low-resource language

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