ICT4D research: a call for a strong critical approach

Dé, Rahul; Pal, Abhipsa; Sethi, Rupal; Reddy, Sunil K.; Chitre, Chetan

doi:10.1080/02681102.2017.1286284

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“…In response to this gap, scholars are increasingly calling for new research agendas focused on the critical examination of ICTs outside the Global North. De´et al (2018), for example, argue that there is currently "inadequate theory to examine how the local context [of developing countries] is impacted by ICT and how ICTs are impacted by the local context." (67) They call for stronger inclusion of postcolonial thinking within ICT for development (ICT4D) interventions to facilitate the exploration of new, critical questions.…”

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The new knowledge politics of digital colonialism

Young¹

2019

Environ Plan A

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While the impacts of information and communication technologies (ICTs) on society have been extensively studied, the most nuanced research approaches continue to focus on urban geographies in the Global North. There remains a paucity of critical work that focuses on ICT use in Indigenous, rural, and Global South communities. This paper responds to that gap by critically examining how the introduction of ICTs within Indigenous communities can exert epistemic violence against local knowledge systems. It does so through a case study of ICT usage within an Inuit community in the Canadian Arctic. I use a combination of participant observation, archival research, and semi-structured interviews to ask how the introduction of ICTs is transforming knowledge politics that impact Inuit Qaujimaningit (IQ; Inuit knowledge). I find that digital engagement erodes key components of the IQ system, including social practices within Inuit communities, travel outside of the community, and experiential learning while outside of the community. These findings have implications for the study of global digital geographies, applied research within the area of ICT for development, and Indigenous engagements with emerging technologies.

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The new knowledge politics of digital colonialism

Young¹

2019

Environ Plan A

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“…We believe that better designed ICOs can help entrepreneurs attract larger investment flows, thus fostering entrepreneurship andin turncontributing to the social and economic development of both developed and emerging economies. In fact, we argue that ICOs represent an example of ICT4D (Dé et al, 2018;Qureshi, 2017;Walsham, 2017;Zheng et al, 2018), i.e. 'an enabler of access to global markets and resources' that can be used to stimulate development (Qureshi, 2017).…”

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“…In modern times, advancements in information and communication technologies (ICTs) provide novel opportunities for starting up new ventures (Brown et al, 2017;Cappa, Pinelli, et al, 2020;Javalgi et al, 2012;Maiolini & Naggi, 2011;Stemler, 2013;Vismara, 2016). Indeed, ICTs represent more than a tool for improving the performance and reliability of existing organizational activities, as they have become an enabling factor for the emergence of new business models that have the potential to revolutionize entire industries, consumption patterns and the quality of life (Dé et al, 2018;Qureshi, 2017;Walsham, 2017;Yeh, 2017;Zheng et al, 2018). Think about the change in the music, cinematographic and book industries following the diffusion of digital technologies or that of urban mobility systems after the adoption of GPS technologies, for example.…”

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“…In addition, considering that nowadays new ventures significantly foster economic development and productivity improvements (Audretsch & Keilbach, 2004;Brong, 2004;Carree & Thurik, 2003;Castellano, 2013;Fairlie et al, 2015;Michelino et al, 2017;Staniewski et al, 2016) understanding how to increase the appeal of ICOs may help entrepreneurs craft more properly designed fundraising campaigns. In this view, we enrich the literature about information and communication technology for development (ICT4D) (Dé et al, 2018;Qureshi, 2017;Walsham, 2017;Zheng et al, 2018) because ICOs and cryptocurrencies are especially relevant for emerging economies, where traditional sources of financinglike bank loans or venture capitalsare lacking or highly inefficient. In so doing, ICOs may foster entrepreneurship, and thus the associated social and economic development, in these countries.…”

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Collecting money through blockchain technologies: first insights on the determinants of the return on Initial Coin Offerings

Cappa

Pinelli

2020

Information Technology for Development

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Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs), i.e. the initial offer of a crypto-token, represent an increasingly popular method to raise money. However, the determinants of ICOs' returns for investors are still overlooked. Following this cue, the empirical outcomes of our study based on crypto-tokens issued between 2017 and 2018 evidence the main determinants of ICOs' returns: first, crypto-tokens returns are positively associated to Ether's returns; second, ICO price is negatively associated to later price increases; third, crypto-tokens returns are lower when they are offered in presale; finally, the more a crypto-token price increases between the ICO and the listing-date on the secondary-market and the more its price rises in the following month. In so doing, we contribute to a better understanding of the ICO phenomenon and highlight which aspects may benefit fund raising, which are relevant for the establishment of new startups and more broadly for the economic development of a country.

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“…Further research is necessary at local level with larger samples, in additional sectors, in other locations, and in larger business operations, to identify other factors influencing adoption and acceptance of mobile phone technology, the benefits that flow from it, and any problems in its use. De´ et al (2018) indicate in research by Information Communication Technology for Development on Africa that the usage of mobile phones to support socio-economic development and businesses is likely to rise.…”

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Supporting Ghanaian micro-entrepreneurships: the role of mobile technology

Asiedu

Shortland

Nawar

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JEEE

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the role of mobile technology and related service platforms in supporting informal micro-entrepreneurships in rural Ghana. It aims to extend our knowledge through the development of a conceptual model. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative research design used in-depth semi-structured interviews with five micro-entrepreneurship owners in the Kwahu South District in the Eastern region of Ghana. Identification of potential case firms was facilitated by a local official. Interview data were analysed thematically. Findings Mobile technology engendered pride and emotional connectedness and, being easy to use, helped to increase business confidence. Adoption advantages included improved communications with customers and business partners, and effective stock control, providing competitive advantage. Further understanding of mobile technology’s role in improving business processes is needed. Research limitations/implications This exploratory research is based on five micro-entrepreneurships in one Ghanaian rural area. Further research is needed using larger samples, additional locations and sectors and larger businesses, to identify other factors influencing mobile technology adoption and associated benefits and problems. Practical implications Government policy supporting growth of informal micro-entrepreneurships using mobile phone technology could increase economic advantage. Micro-business owners need education and training in understanding business processes. Telecommunications companies can highlight technological, business and socio-cultural benefits of mobile phone adoption in rural Ghana. Originality/value The paper draws upon the experiences of a range of rural-based Ghanaian micro-entrepreneurships to propose a model setting out and linking the technical, business and socio-cultural benefits of mobile phone adoption in supporting business processes.

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ICT4D research: a call for a strong critical approach

Cited by 49 publications

References 60 publications

The new knowledge politics of digital colonialism

The new knowledge politics of digital colonialism

Collecting money through blockchain technologies: first insights on the determinants of the return on Initial Coin Offerings

Supporting Ghanaian micro-entrepreneurships: the role of mobile technology

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