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Community Crowdsourcing

Local crowdsourcing enhances community involvement and inter-connectivity

Implications - Community-based crowdsourcing apps are helping locals connect with those in close proximity to them, over a variety of shared values and purposes. Whether empowering locals or creating spaces in which they can help one another, these crowdsourced tools leverage tech to cater to the consumer desire for community-building and cooperation, countering widely held notions that such technology furthers divides between people.
Workshop Question - How could your brand create or empower local communities?
Trend Themes
1. Community-based Crowdsourcing - Local-based crowdsourcing enhances community involvement and inter-connectivity
2. Hyper-local Crowdsourcing Apps - Apps with a strong hyperlocal focus are gaining popularity
3. Scam-prevention Platforms - Platforms are cropping up to help users stay safe and avoid scams
Industry Implications
1. Community Development - Businesses focused on building and connecting local communities
2. Digital Platforms - Companies that leverage digital innovation to enable local participation
3. Healthtech - Ventures that explore pollution measurement and provide solutions for better health
3.5
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Popularity
Activity
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Megatrends
4 Featured, 36 Examples:
63,626 Total Clicks
Date Range:
Oct 17 — Jun 18
Trending:
Mild
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