How Denmark’s Welfare State Became a Surveillance Nightmare
Another variable, “presumed partner,” is used to determine whether someone has a concealed relationship, since single people receive more benefits. This…
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The Fraud-Detection Business Has a Dirty Secret
The algorithm’s impact on Serbia’s Roma community has been dramatic. Ahmetović says his sister has also had her welfare payments cut since the system was…
This Algorithm Could Ruin Your Life
From the outside, Rotterdam’s welfare algorithm appears complex. The system, which was originally developed by consulting firm Accenture before the city took…
The dark side of AI: Book warns that algorithms may be generating hate and discrimination
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In an increasingly…
Meta’s new ad policy further protects teen privacy and tackles discrimination
Meta is updating the way it delivers advertisements to users in order to foster a more positive experience. The changes can be divided into two parts: one…
Meta turns to VRS AI algorithm for tackling ad-based discrimination – Times of India
Back in 2019, Meta(formerly Facebook) was summoned in court for allowing housing discrimination on its platform through targeted ads. The tech giant faced…
Meta’s new ad system addresses allegations that it enabled housing discrimination
Meta’s launching a new ad distribution system in the US as part of the settlement it reached with the US Department of Justice (DOJ) last year. In an…
Meta rolls out AI ad-targeting tech in an effort to reduce discrimination
Meta is acting on its vow to reduce ad discrimination through technology. The company is rolling out a Variance Reduction System (VRS) in the US that ensures…
Simulating discrimination in virtual reality
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Apple will let its employees talk about discrimination and abuse
Apple will no longer bar employees from speaking out about workplace harassment and discrimination issues, as first reported by the Financial Times. The…