Algorithm Bias and Ethics

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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)

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

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

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

Investigating bias potential in algorithms used in crime and justice.

Assesses risk of future offending to decide deferred prosecution eligibility.

Used for strategic deployment of police officers.

Predictive policing programs may contain potential for bias

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It should focus on current and future AI usage in government.

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

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.

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.