Lean impact: why the FT Hub uses this methodology
In our starter Launchpad series, Ready to Launch, we explored the innovation methodology we use to test a pilot project idea.
Thinking ahead: sustainable business models for your pilot
In our Launchpad series, Ready to Scale, we explored different kinds of business models which can be used to make a pilot project sustainable.
How we got politicians onboard the MyDemokrasi platform
This post outlines learnings from the third sprint of our pilot, Pynx.
Sprint 4: FOLIA's Innovation Journey: From Farm Boundaries to Cloud-Based Infrastructure
This post describes the technical challenges associated with gathering accurate data about farm locations and boundaries and building FOLIA’s digital infrastructure.
Launchpad: Storytelling
In session five of our Launchpad series: Ready to Launch, Frontier Tech Stories Lead Lil digs into why storytelling is such a powerful tool for impact, when learning out loud on pilot projects.
Insights from CaVEx to enable the generation of carbon credits via battery rentals
This post is the second of two blogs which capture learnings from our pilot — ‘IoT-enabled household battery distribution via micro-retailer networks’
Navigating the Dynamic Landscape of Sub-Saharan Mobile Money Markets: A Solar Charging Station Pilot Experience
This post is the first of two blogs which capture learnings from our pilot — ‘IoT-enabled household battery distribution via micro-retailer networks’.
The road to trialing GeoSeals leads to Dire Dawa, Ethiopia
Fresh from the Geoseal pilot’s scoping trip to Ethiopia; we now have a clear understanding of what GeoSeals needs to achieve in our upcoming field trial.
Launchpad: Working with partners
In session three of our Launchpad series: Ready to Launch, Frontier Tech coaches Dave and Nada shared 8 pieces of advice to find, set up and manage successful partnerships.
Sensor technologies for enhanced beekeeping efficiency in South Africa: Insights from KwaZulu Natal
This post captures learning from the second Sprint of our pilot — ‘Harnessing sensor technologies to improve beekeeping productivity in South Africa’.
Leaving no one behind - Using Digital and Data to Enable Smarter Targeting of Health and Social Services in the Philippines
Explore learnings from our pilot — eTriage for social inclusion: navigating out of vulnerability situations.
Real-time humanitarian aid stock level alerts could soon become a reality
We’re preparing to trial GeoSeals, our solution to real-time reporting of humanitarian aid stock levels for aid agencies, helping them to manage supply chains cost-effectively.
Gauging voters and politicians interest in our idea
This post outlines learnings from the second sprint of our pilot, Pynx.
Sprint 3: Introducing FOLIA: A Cloud-Based Solution for Monitoring Deforestation and Ensuring EU Compliance
This post introduces the pilot’s solution prototype, FOLIA, and an update from the third sprint
Introducing the Frontier Tech Helpdesk
We’re happy to introduce an exciting addition to the Discovery Fund: the Frontier Tech Helpdesk. The Helpdesk is now accessible to all FCDO staff, and offers expert guidance and assistance in exploring questions and ideas related to the innovative realm of frontier technologies and their potential for positive impact.
Embracing Data, Locally, a Frontier Tech Hub film
This short film tells the story of the humans in Rajapur and Katmandu working to engage local communities to prepare against the impacts of climate shocks.
Project EmpatIA: Innovating within the Peru Ecosystem
Explore learnings from our pilot, ‘EmpatIA — AI to enhance healthcare in remote areas of Peru'.
Leveraging Technology for Responsible Voting and Accountable Politics: Digitalising the Malaysian Democratic System
This post introduces learnings from the first sprint of our pilot, Pnyx.
Transforming Sierra Leone’s Landscape: A Community Tree Planting Event Powered by Mobile App Geotagging
Explore learnings from Project Sapling’s recent planting event.
Investing In New Forests? — How to prove trees have actually been planted.
Read more about Project Sapling’s field trial.