Digital Futures Lab

Digital Futures Lab

is an independent, interdisciplinary research studio that studies the complex interplay between technology and society in India and the Majority World.

Through evidence-based research, systematic foresight, and public engagement, we work to realise pathways toward equitable, safe and sustainable digital futures.

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Urvashi in MIT Sloan Policy 50 | Mapping the Minds behind India's Digital Rise

Urvashi in MIT Sloan Policy 50 | Mapping the Minds behind India's Digital Rise

Urvashi Aneja has been featured in the MIT Sloan Management Review India Policy 50 — a list of leaders shaping India’s digital economy, recognising those whose work anchors India's digital growth in innovation, governance, and public trust.

Ethical AI Adoption in the Indian Judiciary: Strengthening Access to Justice

Ethical AI Adoption in the Indian Judiciary: Strengthening Access to Justice

As AI is rapidly adopted across various sectors, including judicial processes in India, this project seeks to develop usage guidelines & ethical procurement processes to ensure that AI integration adheres to natural justice principles & advances public interest.

Democratising AI for the Public Good: Key Concepts and Recommendations

Democratising AI for the Public Good: Key Concepts and Recommendations

Urvashi was part of the T20 task force on inclusive digital transformation. It centres its efforts on elaborating recommendations to leverage digital innovations to advance SDGs of the 2030 Agenda, while ensuring inclusivity & ethical considerations.

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Human in the Loop

Human in the Loop is a participatory foresight and storytelling project that explores the near-future risks of Generative AI in India.

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Workshop: Technology Foresight Group | Putting Workers First

Workshop: Technology Foresight Group | Putting Workers First

We hosted members of the Technology Foresight Group for an in-person workshop as part of our 'Putting Workers First: Anticipating the Impact of Generative AI on the Entertainment Industry in India' project.

Anushka presents at a Women Politicians Meeting on a gendered lens to AI Regulation in India

Anushka presents at a Women Politicians Meeting on a gendered lens to AI Regulation in India

Anushka recently spoke at the Network of Women Politicians Meeting on Regulation of Artificial Intelligence in India: Applying a Gender Lens. The event was organised by FES India in Goa.

Set the guardrails for AI use in courtrooms

Set the guardrails for AI use in courtrooms

As the use of AI becomes more common in courts, Dona Mathew and co-authors, Leah Verghese and Smita Mutt, write an op-ed for The Hindu. They advocate for clear frameworks to guide its safe and responsible use.

OpenAI Faces Lawsuit After ChatGPT’s Role in Teen Suicide, Admits Safeguards May Fail in Long Conversations

OpenAI Faces Lawsuit After ChatGPT’s Role in Teen Suicide, Admits Safeguards May Fail in Long Conversations

Harleen was quoted in this Medianama piece looking at the recent lawsuit against OpenAI after ChatGPT’s role in teen suicide.

AI, Climate Tech and the Futures We Choose

AI, Climate Tech and the Futures We Choose

Each month, we bring readers of the DFL newsletter a thematic reflection on technology and its intersection with society. Read these insights on AI, climate tech, and the futures we choose.

Practice Playbook on Responsible AI

Practice Playbook on Responsible AI

Read the Practice Playbook on Responsible AI—a guide to designing AI for social impact in India. Co-created with 14 social impact orgs & expert mentors from our Responsible AI Fellowship, it blends real-world insights with proven frameworks.