Blockchain Could Be A Force For Good. But First You Have To Understand It
As they say, it's complicated. But blockchain technology could be a boon for the world's poorest places.
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To Help The Poorest Of The Poor, First You Have To Find Them
A new project uses computers to analyze daytime satellite pictures for signs of extreme poverty. Does it work?
International Monetary Fund Lowers Its Outlook For U.S. Economic Growth
The U.S. economy is projected to see 1.6 percent growth this year, down from the 2.2 percent that the IMF had previously forecast. Globally, growth is seen essentially moving sideways in 2016.
Global Poverty Declines Even Amid Economic Slowdown, World Bank Says
The number of people living in extreme poverty continues to plunge despite slowing global growth, the World Bank says. More than 1 billion people rose out of poverty between 1990 and 2013, it says.
A Warming World Means Less Water, With Economic Consequences
We know that climate change will make water scarcer. But it could also have big economic impacts, Richard Damania of the World Bank says.
Why Bringing A Glass Of Mosquitoes To The World Bank Is A Good Idea
Dennis Whittle wants to change the way people come up with ideas for aid projects. His latest venture was inspired by feedback loops for cellphones.
It's Up To The World: Pay For The Global Goals Or Buy Everyone A Latte
You could pay for an awful lot of coffee with the $172.5 trillion needed to make the U.N. development goals come true by 2030. Pledges are trickling in, but will it be enough?
As Ebola Cases Dwindle, West Africa Turns To Economic Recovery
International banks are promising nearly a billion dollars in aid to the three countries hardest hit by Ebola. The number of weekly cases has dropped below 40 — the lowest level since last May.
When The World Bank Does More Harm Than Good
Large projects funded by the bank have left millions of poor people worse off, an investigation found. The bank says the vast majority of its projects don't fall into this category.
Iraqi Leader Visits Washington Looking For Help In Fight Against Islamic State
Iraq's prime minister is trying to drum up military support against the self-proclaimed Islamic State, which controls parts of his country. He is also looking for billions of dollars in loans.