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Algorithm Bias and Ethics

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What is the Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation (CDEI) investigating?

The potential for bias in algorithms used in finance

The potential for bias in algorithms used in crime and justice (correct)

All of the above

The potential for bias in algorithms used in recruitment

What is the Harm Assessment Risk Tool used for in Durham?

To predict crime hotspots

To screen CVs and influence the shortlisting of candidates

To make decisions such as whether to grant individuals loans

To assist police officers in deciding whether an individual is eligible for deferred prosecution based on the future risk of offending (correct)

What is Qlik used for by Avon and Somerset Police?

To decide where to put police officers (correct)

To screen CVs and influence the shortlisting of candidates

To assist police officers in deciding whether an individual is eligible for deferred prosecution based on the future risk of offending

To predict crime hotspots

What is the concern of human rights group Liberty regarding predictive policing programs powered by algorithms?

<p>The potential for bias</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the opinion of AI expert Dave Coplin regarding the CDEI's investigation?

<p>The CDEI should focus on where AI is being used in government today and future challenges of AI usage</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation (CDEI)

Investigating the use of algorithmic systems in policing, including predictive policing and decision-making tools.

Harm Assessment Risk Tool (HART)

Used by Durham police to assess the risk of individuals committing a crime.
Utilizes data to predict the likelihood of an individual reoffending.

Qlik

Used by Avon and Somerset Police to analyze and visualize crime data.
Helps identify patterns and trends in crime.

Human Rights Concerns

Liberty, a human rights group, is concerned that predictive policing programs powered by algorithms may perpetuate biases and discrimination.
Raises concerns about the potential for algorithms to unfairly target certain groups or individuals.

AI Expert Opinion

Dave Coplin, an AI expert, believes the CDEI's investigation is important to ensure that algorithms are used in a way that is transparent, fair, and free from bias.
Agrees that the investigation is necessary to mitigate potential risks and ensure accountability in the use of algorithmic systems in policing.

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"Test Your Knowledge on Algorithm Bias and Ethics in Justice and Finance!" Are you aware of the potential biases that computer algorithms can have, particularly in the justice and financial systems? Take this quiz to test your understanding of the complexities of algorithm ethics and bias, and learn about the ongoing investigation by the Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation into this vital issue. Keywords: algorithm bias, ethics, justice system, financial system, artificial intelligence.