From "Do No Evil" to "Can't Do Evil" AI-Enhanced Blockchain Technology as a Transformative Paradigm for Kenya, Addressing Finance, Corruption, and Voter Fraud.

From "Do No Evil" to "Can't Do Evil" AI-Enhanced Blockchain Technology as a Transformative Paradigm for Kenya

Authors

  • James Mulli

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Kenya

Abstract

This paper explores the transformative potential of integrating blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to address critical challenges in governance, finance, and voter integrity in Kenya. Blockchain, with its immutable and decentralized ledger system, offers unprecedented transparency and accountability, while AI enhances its effectiveness through data-driven insights, fraud detection, and resource optimization. Together, these technologies have the capacity to combat systemic corruption, streamline public services, and foster trust between governments and citizens. A transformation from "do no evil" to "can't do evil".

Through real-world applications such as secure land registries, efficient tax collection, healthcare supply chain management, and tamper-proof voting systems, the synergy between AI and blockchain demonstrates significant promise for addressing governance inefficiencies. The paper also examines successful international case studies, highlighting Kenya’s potential to adopt similar innovations to promote economic growth and societal resilience.

Despite challenges like regulatory hurdles, technical complexity, and user adaptation, AI can provide solutions that enhance blockchain compatibility, simplify integration with legacy systems, and deliver targeted training for stakeholders. This combination not only addresses Kenya’s current governance and corruption issues but also lays the foundation for a leapfrog effect in political, social, and economic development paradigms. By embracing this technological synergy, Kenya can establish itself as a leader in innovation-driven reform, setting a global example for transparent and equitable governance.

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Harnessing AI and Blockchain to Combat Corruption in Kenya

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2024-11-24