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4) Biases Due To Artificial Intelligence

AI bias takes many different forms and can have harmful effects. Olga Russakovsky, a computer science professor at Princeton, has pointed out that AI bias extends beyond just gender and race. In addition to data and algorithmic bias, which can magnify each other, AI is developed by people who inevitably bring their own biases into the process.

The creators of AI are typically male, from certain racial demographics, and come from high socioeconomic backgrounds, often without disabilities. This lack of diversity can make it challenging for AI researchers to consider a broad range of world issues.

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This limited perspective may help explain why speech-recognition AI struggles with understanding certain accents and dialects, or why companies may overlook the implications of using chatbots to impersonate infamous historical figures. Developers and businesses should be more conscientious to avoid perpetuating powerful biases and prejudices that put minority populations at risk.

AI still has numerous benefits, like organizing health data and powering selfdriving cars. To get the most out of this promising technology, though, some argue that plenty of regulation is necessary.

Develop national and international regulations. Create organizational standards for applying AI.

Make AI a part of company culture and discussions

Inform tech with humanities perspectives.

The key then is deciding how to apply AI in an ethical manner. On a company level, there are many steps businesses can take when integrating AI into their operations. Organizations can develop processes for monitoring algorithms, compiling high-quality data, and explaining the findings of AI algorithms.

Leaders could even make AI a part of their company culture, establishing standards to determine acceptable AI technologies. Balancing high-tech innovation with human-centered thinking is an ideal method for producing responsible technology and ensuring the future of AI remains hopeful for the next generation.

The dangers of artificial intelligence should always be a topic of discussion, so leaders can figure out ways to wield the technology for noble purposes.

“I think we can talk about all these risks, and they’re very real,” Ford said. “But AI is also going to be the most important tool in our toolbox for solving the biggest challenges we face.”

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