The Converging Technology Revolution and Human Capital: Potential and Implications for South Asia (South Asia Development Forum)

Sajitha Bashir (author)|Carl Dahlman (author)|Naoto Kanehira (author)|Klaus Tilmes (author)

ISBN 10: 1464817197 / ISBN 13: 9781464817199

Published by World Bank Group Publications, 2021

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Converging Technology Revolution and Human Capital: Potential and Implications for South Asia (South Asia Development Forum)
• Publisher: World Bank Group Publications
• Publication Date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1464817197
• ISBN 13: 9781464817199
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

South Asia is heavily impacted by the devastating loss of lives and human capital from the COVID-19 pandemic and the converging technology revolution sweeping the globe. The Converging Technology Revolution and Human Capital: Potential and Implications for South Asia looks at how the region could capitalize on these technologies to accelerate its development of human capital and promote adaptability and resilience to future shocks. The convergence of technological breakthroughs spanning biotechnology, nanotechnology, information technology, and cognitive science is driven by artificial intelligence, data flows, computing power, and connectivity. These breakthroughs can improve service delivery, productivity, and innovation, but they can also exacerbate inequalities and eliminate people’s agency and empowerment. This report analyzes these trends in the region, offering a comprehensive agenda to exploit the opportunities offered by converging technologies while minimizing the risks to vulnerable populations. It proposes strategies for building public sector capacity and promoting data and technology governance frameworks in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.

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The World Bank came into formal existence in 1945 following the international ratification of the Bretton Woods agreements. It is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. The organization's activities are focused on education, health, agriculture and rural development, environmental protection, establishing and enforcing regulations, infrastructure development, governance and legal institutions development. The World Bank is made up of two unique development institutions owned by its 185 Member Countries. The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) focuses on middle income and creditworthy poor countries and the International Development Association (IDA), which focuses on the poorest countries in the world.