

The TED AI Show: How AI is changing who gets hired – and who doesn’t w/ Hilke Schellmann
Oct 22, 2024
Hilke Schellmann, a journalism professor and author of "The Algorithm", discusses the transformative yet problematic role of AI in hiring. She reveals how algorithms can both streamline recruitment and introduce bias, raising critical questions about fairness. The conversation delves into the deceptive metrics often used in performance evaluations and the controversial rise of employee surveillance. Schellmann emphasizes the urgency for transparency and regulation to ensure AI benefits both employers and employees.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Impact of AI on Employment Dynamics
01:35 • 2min
AI in Recruitment: Balancing Innovation and Ethics
04:04 • 12min
Flaws in AI Metrics: The Illusion of Productivity
16:31 • 2min
The Rise of Employee Surveillance and Predictive Analytics
18:29 • 3min
AI in Hiring: Challenges and Solutions
21:32 • 21min