Dr. Joy Buolamwini, an MIT researcher and founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, joins the discussion on AI’s potential dangers and the urgent need for bias mitigation. She shares insights on the leadership upheaval at OpenAI following Sam Altman’s move to Microsoft, and Elon Musk's tumultuous legal battles. Joy emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives in tech governance and the ethical implications of AI, urging for careful adoption and inclusive regulations to navigate the challenges ahead.

Dr. Joy Buolamwini, Artist-in-Chief and President of The Algorithmic Justice League, discusses her journey into AI ethics and the dangers of facial recognition technologies. She highlights the biases in existing models, the challenges of data collection, and the mission of the Algorithmic Justice League to advocate for algorithmic justice. The podcast also explores the connection between art and science in data work.

Dr. Joy Buolamwini, founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, discusses how algorithmic bias in AI systems poses a risk to marginalized people. She challenges tech leaders on bias, highlights biases in facial recognition, and emphasizes the need for responsible AI tools. The podcast also explores the meeting with President Biden on facial recognition bias and addresses immediate harms and hypothetical risks of AI.

Joy Buolamwini, an AI researcher and artist known for her impactful work on algorithmic bias and founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, joins the conversation. They dive deep into the dangers of bias in artificial intelligence, especially in facial recognition technologies. Joy highlights the need for equitable data to combat existing inequalities and discusses actionable steps individuals can take to engage with AI responsibly. They also explore global regulatory approaches and the crucial balance between innovation and privacy.

Dr. Joy Buolamwini, an advocate for equity in AI and founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, dives into the critical issue of bias in facial recognition technology. She shares her insights on the wrongful arrests linked to algorithmic failures and challenges the lack of diverse representation in training data. Dr. Joy reflects on her journey inspired by robotics and how representation shapes technology. The conversation also touches on the ethical implications of AI advancements, emphasizing the need for inclusive and equitable design in the future.

Dr. Joy Buolamwini discusses fighting bias in algorithms, Gender Shades, and her unique perspective on technology as a poet, artist, and scientist. She explores navigating bias in AI technology, merging art and science, and the importance of inclusive conversations on tech ethics. The episode also touches on the challenges of voice acting, work ethics, creativity, and leadership insights.

Original broadcast date: October 30, 2020. False information on the internet makes it harder and harder to know what's true, and the consequences have been devastating. This hour, TED speakers explore ideas around technology and deception. Guests include law professor Danielle Citron, journalist Andrew Marantz, and computer scientist Joy Buolamwini.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Black History Month is a time to remember and reflect on Black heritage. This hour features powerful conversations from past episodes on how we can confront the past to move toward a better future. Guests include historian and preservationist Brent Leggs, community organizer Colette Pichon Battle, and computer scientist Joy Buolamwini.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Dr. Joy Buolamwini, computer scientist, warns about A.I. writing biases into algorithms and how it can regress civil rights progress. They discuss biases in AI, the coded gaze, harm caused by AI systems, and biases in facial recognition. They explore the risks of facial recognition in surveillance, policing, and weapons and the need for federal protections.

Dr. Joy Buolamwini, an award-winning AI researcher and best-selling author, shares her groundbreaking journey from MIT to leading the Algorithmic Justice League. She reveals how AI systems can perpetuate biases and discusses her innovative project, the Aspire mirror, that highlights identity and representation. The conversation touches on the impact of creative expression on AI awareness, the ethical implications of facial recognition technology, and the importance of diversity in tech. Dr. Buolamwini emphasizes the need for accountability and equity in coding to reshape the future.