

Sendhil Mullainathan: AI and Algorithmic Bias
Aug 23, 2024
Sendhil Mullainathan, a respected economist and professor, tackles the complexities of AI and algorithmic bias. He highlights how AI can transform decision-making in healthcare while warning of potential pitfalls linked to biased algorithms. The discussion also explores the cognitive burdens of poverty and how they shape irrational choices. Mullainathan shares insights from his journey bridging computer science and behavioral economics, advocating for responsible AI development that prioritizes fairness and equity.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
From Village to Harvard: A Researcher's Journey
01:36 • 10min
The Cognitive Burdens of Poverty
11:20 • 3min
Tackling Algorithmic Bias
14:11 • 20min
AI's Transformative Role in Healthcare
34:32 • 17min
Causality: Predictive Models vs. RCTs
51:04 • 5min
Navigating AI's Dual-edged Future
56:03 • 8min