DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

REPORT
Internet of Things (IoT) . Artificial Intelligence(AI) . Cybersecurity
Definitions, Opportunities, Threats, and Applications in the non-profit sector
AGENDA

- INTRODUCTION

- IOT

Opportunities, Threats, Applications.

- AI
Opportunities, Threats, Applications.

- CYBERSECURITY

Opportunities, Threats, Applications.

- CONCLUSION 2
INTRODUCTION
- Technology is advancing rapidly

- IoT and AI are two emerging technologies with growing adoption

- Technological developments lead to increased vulnerability

thereby making cybersecurity an area of growing importance

- IoT, AI and Cybersecurity have applications across industries

including the non-profit sector

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 INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT)

What is IoT?
- Collection of devices and objects that can collect data, connect
to the internet, transmit data, receive commands, and execute
them

- Expansion of the capabilities of everyday devices and objects,

applying computing and communication capabilities

- Underlying technology behind the emergence of smart devices

like smart TVs, smartphones, smart cars, smart watches, etc

- Actions can be triggered with or without human intervention

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IOT - OPPORTUNITIES
MULTIPLE AREAS OF ADOPTION
• IoT is applied in manufacturing, real estate, healthcare, automobile industries and the list is growing

• Computers are becoming faster, cheaper, smaller and more powerful

• More companies will look to benefit from this technology

IMPROVED USER EXPERIENCE

• It helps people save time and energy and makes life easier

• People will seek to use them to achieve a more convenient way of living

BUSINESS OPTIMIZATION & INCREASED PROFITABILITY

• Businesses exist to make a profit. IoT solutions will be sought to streamline operations, increase efficiency, reduce cost and
increase profit
ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY BENEFITS
• It helps minimize the impact of industries on with environment. IoT solutions will be sought by companies
looking to improve the triple bottom line 5
IOT THREATS

INTEROPERABILITY POSSIBILITY OF FAILURE SECURITY

There is limited interoperability and They can do a lot of harm if they become Increased vulnerability and new range of
standardization. faulty or fail in their operations issues arise with use of IoT devices

LACK OF INFRASTRUCTURE ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS DATA PRIVACY

Developing countries may not enjoy the Increased use may have associated Large volumes of data are being
benefits due to lack of underlying impact on the environment. The devices transmitted and stored. Data privacy
infrastructure use batteries which cause concerns may limit its adoption
environmental concerns

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IOT - APPLICATIONS

IDENTIFYING VULNERABLE MONITORING PROJECT

COMMUNITIES OUTCOMES DONOR SOURCING
Gathering data about vulnerable Providing real-time monitoring and Digital screens can raise awareness
communities and areas that need evaluation of programme about causes and collect donations
intervention effectiveness.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SUPPLY CHAIN

SUPPORTING SDGS AND CSR
OPTIMIZATION
Efficient use of resources within Monitor and track relief materials Monitor key metrics and achieve 7

office buildings greater accountability with regards

to environmental impace
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

• Simulating human-like intelligence

• Programming machines to think, make decisions and behave like humans

• ChatGPT, Siri and Alexa are popular applications of Artificial intelligence

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE - OPPORTUNITIES

AUGMENTING HUMAN DRIVING INNOVATION ACROSS

CAPACITY INDUSTRIES RISK REDUCTION
AI helps humans achieve more with a It as the potential to drive innovation. Its Used in high risk situations to deliver
higher level of efficiency used in healthcare, automobile industry, solutions while protecting humans
marketing, education, etc

BETTER DECISIONS INCREASE ACCESSIBILITY USED IN CYBERSECURITY

Used to gather insights the contribute to Used by people with disabilities to Can be used to address the advanced
better decision-making achieve greater independence and sophisticated cyber crime

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE - THREATS
PRIVACY & LACK OF REGULATION
• Regulation is limited. Data privacy is an area of concern

POTENTIAL FOR BIAS

- There is room for bias based on the data provided to train the system

FAILURE AND ERROR GENERATION

• AI is not fail-proof. It has also been responsible for incorrect output or mis-information

LIABILITY ISSUES
• There is no clear legislation on who becomes liable when something goes wrong

POTENTIAL TO BECOME DESTRUCTIVE

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• There are concerns regarding the potential of AI to go out of control and become destructive
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE - APPLICATIONS

CHATBOTS MEETING MANAGEMENT RAISING FUNDS

Increase engagement with website Recording meeting audio and Analyzing donor behavior and
visitors, gather insights to improve transcribing meeting minutes making recommendations on how to
initiatives like fundrasing improve fundraising

SOCIAL MEDIA MONITORING DATA ANALYSIS/ DECISION VIRTUAL ASSISTANTS

SUPPORT
Identifying threats, and Summarizing large volumes of data Supporting administrative tasks like
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opportunities on social media and delivering insights for better scheduling meetings and managing

decision making. appointments

 CYBERSECURITY

• The branch of Computer Science that performs activities and takes

measures to secure data, computer networks, and other IT components
• It maintains the security, availability, and integrity of data, networks,
and devices
• It is an area of growing importance with the increased use of technology
and adoption of emerging technologies
 CYBERSECURITY - OPPORTUNITIES

Growing Need for Security Job Opportunities Use of AI in Cybersecurity

- Data breaches cost businesses millions. - Cybersecurity specialists are in high - AI is being applied to augment the
demand effectiveness of Cybersecurity solutions
- Businesses understand the need to
invest in security

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CYBERSECURITY- THREATS
INCREASED LEVEL OF VULNERABILITY
• Emerging technologies and increased interconnectedness creates heightened levels of vulnerability

LABOR SHORTAGE
- There is a lack of cybersecurity specialists

NEW TECHNIQUES AND INCREASE SOPHISTICATION OF ATTACKS

• Machine learning is being applied to improve social engineering and phishing attacks

GOVERNMENT INVOLVEMENT
• Government and large industries make use of attacks for political gain and corporate espionage
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CYBERSECURITY- APPLICATIONS

NETWORK SECURITY IDENTITY MANAGEMENT

Firewalls, antivirus, other software and Use of username, password, two-factor

techniques can be used to protect the authentication and role assignment
network from intruders

PHYSICAL SECURITY DEVICES DATA PROTECTION

Alarms, locks, biometric-operated access Ensuring the integrity and safety of

control systems, surveillance systems sensitive data e.g. donor data, financial
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transactions, etc.
 CONCLUSION
- Technologies like IoT and AI are becoming more popular.
- IoT is the collection of devices equipped with computing and communication capabilities
- AI simulates human-like intelligence using machines
- These technologies and the increasing levels of interconnectedness leads to greater vulnerability of
data, networks and technology components
- Cybersecurity is the area of computer science that addresses security concerns
- Although AI, IoT and cybersecurity have associated threats, they have huge potential to deliver
benefits to individuals, businesses, and a wide range of stakeholders

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