Q&A: What can psychology teach us about AI's bias and misinformation problem?
Knowledge may be power. But what if the information that leads to that knowledge is wrong?
Jun 23, 2023
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Machine learning & AI
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Computer Sciences
Viewpoint: I unintentionally created a biased AI algorithm 25 years ago—tech companies are still making the same mistake
In 1998, I unintentionally created a racially biased artificial intelligence algorithm. There are lessons in that story that resonate even more strongly today.
May 9, 2023
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Machine learning & AI
Racial bias in artificial intelligence restricts vital access to health care and financial services, says data scientist
Artificial intelligence is a pervasive part of modern-day life and is used by vital institutions from banks to police forces. But a growing mountain of evidence suggests that the AI used by these organizations can entrench ...
Mar 9, 2023
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Business
The dark side of AI: Book warns that algorithms may be generating hate and discrimination
In an increasingly digital world, technology will promote historic social inequalities unless the system is challenged and changed, warns a new publication from Professor Yasmin Ibrahim from Queen Mary's School of Business ...
Feb 15, 2023
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Machine learning & AI
New language-learning algorithms risk reinforcing inequalities, social fragmentation
The use of large language models could transform many facets of modern life, including how policymakers assess public sentiment about pending legislation, how patients evaluate their medical care and how scientists could ...
Apr 28, 2022
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Machine learning & AI
How artificial intelligence can help combat systemic racism
In 2020, Detroit police arrested a Black man for shoplifting almost $4,000 worth of watches from an upscale boutique. He was handcuffed in front of his family and spent a night in lockup. After some questioning, however, ...
Mar 16, 2022
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Robotics
Training robots with realistic pain expressions can reduce doctors' risk of causing pain during physical exams
A new approach to producing realistic expressions of pain on robotic patients could help to reduce error and bias during physical examination.
Mar 11, 2022
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Internet
Twitter drops image-cropping algorithm after finding bias
Twitter said Wednesday it was scrapping an automated image-cropping system after its review found bias in the algorithm controlling the function.
May 19, 2021
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Security
AI is increasingly being used to identify emotions: What's at stake?
Imagine you are in a job interview. As you answer the recruiter's questions, an artificial intelligence (AI) system scans your face, scoring you for nervousness, empathy and dependability. It may sound like science fiction, ...
Apr 16, 2021
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Study outlines what creates racial bias in facial recognition technology
As facial recognition technology comes into wider use worldwide, more attention has fallen on the imbalance in the technology's performance across races.
Dec 7, 2020
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