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“You can't assess the value of an innovation in isolation, you have to consider whose hands it's in.” quote by Hannah Fry
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“You can't assess the value of an innovation in isolation, you have to consider whose hands it's in.”

Hannah Fry

About This Quote

Source Talk: The Joy of Data, Hannah Fry, 2016

Innovation's value depends on who uses it; context and users shape impact.

In simple terms: Value depends on users.

Key Takeaway

Assess who will use it.

Themes

innovation ethics impact

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • product design
  • policy making
  • investment decisions
  • technology adoption

Key Concepts

social value user context

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who benefits most from this innovation?
  • How does user context change its value?
A Different Perspective

Impact can be limited by unequal access.

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