Studio intO has won the 2026 AI Excellence Award for Ethical Decision-Making, recognising its work helping global tech companies design more inclusive, responsible AI systems. Through its Equitable AI Framework and a network of Local Researchers across 60+ countries, intO embeds real-world human insight into AI development, identifying bias, improving accessibility, and shaping products used by hundreds of millions of people worldwide.
Quantitative research promises clarity, but for global teams, it often delivers confusion. From survey fraud to cultural blind spots, traditional quant approaches are falling short. In this article, Studio intO’s Research Director, Laetitia Sfez, explores the growing crisis of confidence in quant research and offers a practical roadmap for doing it better. The piece highlights how culturally intelligent design, local context, and rigorous data integrity can turn quant from a blunt instrument into a strategic advantage.
As 2026 approaches, we’ve taken a moment, today, to gather for intO's remote Christmas party. It's been a chance to reflect upon (and celebrate!) a year of bold moves, brilliant partnerships, and breakthrough moments.
Here are just a few highlights from our orbit...
