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Intelligence Squared

Power Trip, Part Three: AI and Society

Oct 26, 2023
10:37
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This podcast explores the bias in AI systems and algorithms, discussing their impact on society, particularly on women. It highlights the need to address biases to prevent harm, especially in women's healthcare.
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Quick takeaways

  • AI algorithms can perpetuate biases present in society, such as preferring men over women in recruitment processes.
  • AI technology in healthcare must be carefully designed to avoid exacerbating existing biases and inequalities, particularly in the diagnosis and treatment of women's health issues.

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The potential bias in AI algorithms

One of the main concerns with AI technology is the presence of bias in algorithms. These algorithms, which are trained on past human decisions and judgments, can reflect and perpetuate biases present in society. For example, recruitment algorithms have been found to prefer men over women, and facial recognition algorithms have shown better accuracy with white faces compared to black faces. The biases in AI models highlight the silent ways in which power can operate, with culture shaping and influencing the technology. By understanding and addressing these biases, we can work towards creating fair and equitable AI systems.

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