Understanding Bias and AI in Technology

The video discusses how technology can amplify human biases, as it is created based on who we are. It highlights the importance of recognizing these biases, especially in AI, which learns from biased data. The speaker emphasizes the need for transparency in AI systems and the potential for alternative business models in technology. The discussion includes the role of AI in everyday life and the importance of understanding the values influencing technology development.

How can technology amplify human biases?

• By reflecting the biases of its creators

• By being purely scientific

• By being completely neutral

• By eliminating all biases

What has contributed to the rise of AI companies?

• Higher costs of data storage

• Faster machines and more data storage

• Slower machines and less data

• Decreased interest in AI

What is the role of data in AI systems?

• Data is only used for storage

• Data makes AI systems slower

• Data helps AI learn from an unequal world

• Data is irrelevant to AI

Why is transparency important in AI systems?

• To reduce public interaction with AI

• To make AI systems more complex

• To understand how AI impacts our lives

• To keep AI systems secret

What is the Smart City concept related to?

• A city with layered 5G infrastructure

• A city with no technology

• A city with no AI systems

• A city with only manual communication

What is a 'black box' in the context of AI?

• A simple communication tool

• A system whose workings are not disclosed

• An open-source algorithm

• A transparent system

What should business leaders be aware of regarding AI?

• The neutrality of AI

• The data sets and values influencing AI

• The simplicity of AI systems

• The cost of AI development

What is a potential outcome of understanding AI values and algorithms?

• Increased secrecy in AI

• Better understanding of AI's impact

• Less interaction with AI

• More complex AI systems

What opportunity does public support for addressing technology issues create?

• A chance to ignore technology issues

• A chance to create alternative business models

• A chance to reduce technology innovation

• A chance to increase technology costs

What was the goal of technology platforms like Ello?

• To be the same as Facebook

• To offer a different approach to technology

• To eliminate social media

• To increase technology costs