Cathy O’Neil poses the question: what if the algorithms that decide so many things are wrong? What if we are putting out blind faith into big data? We all use algorithms – they’re seen in everyday life. From social media to mechanical engineering and algorithmic bias, a lot concerning big data can go wrong. O’Neil suggests that algorithms that are blindly applied contain biases, that they repeat the patterns that we as humans possess and reinforce the status quo of bias. O’Neil calls for a more ethical oversight to ensure algorithmic fairness and equity.
TED Talk Overview: The Era of Blind Faith in Big Data Must End
