Tasking One Human vs. Asking a Crowd: Information-Gathering in the Era of Crowdsourced Data

25/01/2024 5 min
Tasking One Human vs. Asking a Crowd: Information-Gathering in the Era of Crowdsourced Data

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In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of technology-based information-gathering, navigating the key differences between tasking an individual source and asking a crowd. We unpack how the shift from traditional HUMINT collection to crowdsourcing has been made possible by technological advancements, and discuss the importance of implementing an enhanced safeguard framework for responsible data usage. Read the full articleAbout the authorsRobert A. BroadbentHoward W. Herndon