Contributor.

Eric Tyler
New America Foundation

Eric Tyler focuses on the intersection of mobile technology, economic development and entrepreneurship. He is a consultant with CGAP (World Bank Group), a research fellow with the think tank New America, and co-founder of the startup Globality. His current projects span four continents ranging from building apps distinguished by the White House to advising and researching mobile technology utilization in emerging markets. Mr. Tyler’s writings have been published in print and online in The Guardian, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, and Foreign Policy Magazine, among other outlets. More information on his latest work can be accessed on Mr. Tyler’s personal website: EricTyler.com.

Articles by Eric Tyler

  • Eric Tyler

    Three Ways to Optimize the Smartphone Experience for the Next Billion Users

    Across emerging markets, smartphone adoption is predicted to outpace bank accounts by the end of the year, opening up an increasingly clear opportunity for more multifaceted financial services. However, a range of technical constraints still hold some users back. Here are three ways to optimize for a more inclusive future.

    Categories
    Technology
    Tags
    financial inclusion, mobile finance
  • Eric Tyler

    A 5 Billion Mobile Workforce

    This past month, in Armenia, Kenya, Nepal, South Africa, and Vietnam, the World Bank organized hackathons bringing together over 300 mobile phone technologists and entrepreneurs. The gatherings focused on leveraging the spread of mobile phones to three-quarters of the world to connect excluded populations to the digital economy.

    Categories
    Technology
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