The Equality Machine
Book description
Much has been written about the challenges tech presents to equality and democracy. But we can either criticize big data and automation or steer it to do better. Lobel makes a compelling argument that while we cannot stop technological development, we can direct its course according to our most fundamental…
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AI algorithms are increasingly used to decide what you see, if you’re hired, and who you match with socially or romantically.
There is much cause for concern because many of these algorithms are biased and return responses that indicate some degree of sexism or racism.
The main value of this book is that all those issues are recognized, but so is the notion that when an algorithm is biased, it is much easier to discover that and correct it than with a person.
Consequently, reforming algorithms likely presents a better option to reduce bias when people or things are sorted…
From Darren's list on understanding how AI will shape our lives.
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