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Tech for Good Institute

Tech for Good Institute

The Tech for Good Institute is a nonprofit organization working to leverage the promise of technology and the digital economy for inclusive, equitable, and sustainable growth in Southeast Asia. The Institute is seed funded by Grab, a leading superapp in Southeast Asia.

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Understanding Data and AI Regulations in Southeast Asia

While Southeast Asia should leverage on data and artificial intelligence, governments should set up safeguards to ensure these technologies promote human dignity. 
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MSMEs Critical for a Greener Future in Southeast Asia

To chart a greener way forward for MSMEs, more concerted support is needed from key stakeholders,
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Innovating for Sustainability Requires More than Technology

Intellectual property and other intangible assets needed to help Southeast Asia meet net zero goals.
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The Future of Work in the Digital Economy: Addressing Challenges in the Road Ahead

With the rapid growth of gig platforms, governments should design policies that give credence to workers’ desire for flexibility and control.
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Inclusive Growth and Responsible Innovation for Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia needs to leverage the promise of digital technologies for sustainable, equitable, and inclusive growth. 
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Using Data to Protect Data: Addressing Gaps in Cyberthreat Reporting in the Philippines

Amid rising cybersecurity attacks, the Philippines needs a reporting system to capture, aggregate, and analyze challenges facing end users.
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Realizing the Potential of Over 71 Million MSMEs in Southeast Asia

Access to financing, digital solutions and services, and connectivity key to long-term growth of MSMEs.
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The Platform Economy: Southeast Asia’s Digital Growth Catalyst

This report from Grab and Bain & Company examines the opportunities and challenges facing digital platforms and outlines priorities governments need to address to reap the full benefits for consumers, market players, and economies.
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Enabling Safe and Inclusive Use of AI in Southeast Asia

Ensuring technology systems cater to the region's ethnic and cultural diversity is essential not only for AI but also for technology and tech-driven business models in general.
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Harnessing Digital Platforms for Southeast Asia’s Inclusive Prosperity

To realize the full public benefit of digital platforms, the region must prioritize investments in digital public infrastructure and foundational technologies.