TechnologyAugust 16, 2026

decolonized

dee-KOH-luh-nyzd

Definition

Refers to the process of identifying and removing the influence of colonial power dynamics or foreign, imposed frameworks from a system or society.

Etymology

Derived from the prefix 'de-' (meaning reversal or removal) and 'colonize,' which stems from the Latin 'colere' (to cultivate or inhabit). It describes the political and cultural shift away from the legacy of colonial rule.

In the news

The article uses the term in relation to a movement that critiques how AI technologies can perpetuate historical power imbalances. It highlights the need to re-examine AI architecture to avoid re-imposing colonial-era dominance.

Cambodia’s AI Future Should Reflect Cambodian Values

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Cambodianess

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