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Philosophy · 20 min

Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens Democracy

By Cathy O'Neil

This episode explores how big data algorithms, often perceived as objective, can subtly perpetuate and amplify societal inequalities. We delve into the hidden biases embedded in these systems, examining their profound impact on individual lives, communities, and the very notion of a fair society.

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Philosophy
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What it is about

algorithmic bias, big data, data ethics

Who it is for

Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of algorithmic bias, big data, data ethics and better judgment in how they apply it.

The author

Cathy O'Neil brings a credible and useful lens to algorithmic bias, big data, data ethics, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.

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Cathy O'Neil

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