In a blog article, former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates outlined his vision for a digital future, highlighting the critical role of digital infrastructure in improving people's lives. While acknowledging widespread concerns over increased surveillance, Gates likened the significance of digital infrastructure to traditional physical infrastructure in terms of its importance in modern society. Gates also argues that well-designed digital public infrastructure (DPI) with built-in safeguards can prevent misuse and even enhance privacy. Such systems could minimise the need for physical documents, create audit trails, and make unauthorised access easier to detect. While Gates is optimistic, he remains aware of the challenges marginalised groups face but stresses that, when thoughtfully designed, these systems could promote greater inclusion in the digital age.
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