The TED AI Show
Why we can't fix bias with more AI w/ Patrick Lin
Jun 11, 2024
Tech ethicist Patrick Lin discusses the hidden biases in AI, from inaccurate images to life-and-death decisions. He explores Google's Gemini, the complexity of AI ethics, various manifestations of bias in AI, cultural contexts in addressing bias, and the need for societal work and human labor to tackle bias effectively.
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Quick takeaways
- AI can mirror human biases, impacting critical decisions like bank lending and hiring.
- Localized AI models and AI literacy are crucial in combatting bias in AI systems.
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Google Launches AI Image Generator Inside Gemini
Google introduced an AI image generator within their chatbot Gemini, causing an uproar on Twitter due to the images it produced. The generator depicted historically significant figures like the Founding Fathers, Vikings, and Popes as people of color, challenging conventional representations. However, the AI also generated troubling images, such as people of color in Nazi uniforms, highlighting the risks of historical inaccuracy and perpetuating harmful stereotypes.
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