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IL34: Democratizing Data: A New Approach for Trustworthy Information ft. Julia Lane

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Jan 1, 2025
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Julia Lane
Julia Lane, a Professor at NYU’s Wagner School and author of "Democratizing Our Data: A Manifesto", discusses the urgent need for reforming the outdated U.S. data system. She highlights the inaccuracies in economic measures like GDP and unemployment rates and argues for a new non-partisan institute to ensure reliable data access. Lane emphasizes the importance of modernized data collection methods, especially in a rapidly evolving AI landscape, and speaks to global lessons in data integration and trust-building.
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INSIGHT

Outdated Data Collection

  • Current data collection methods, like surveys, are outdated and inaccurate.
  • They don't capture the complexity of today's economy and workforce.
INSIGHT

Conflicting Economic Data

  • Conflicting economic data, like positive GDP versus negative public sentiment, highlights the need for better data systems.
  • Traditional measures like unemployment don't reflect the complexity of the modern labor market.
ANECDOTE

Confusing AI Survey

  • A Census Bureau survey about AI's impact was confusing and ineffective, illustrating flaws in data collection.
  • The survey asked respondents about broad firm-level AI impact, but no one could accurately answer.
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