Tech Tuesday: Concerns about racism in AI

AI will never be outrightly rude or racist, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t formulate racist opinions based on harmful stereotypes.This covert racism has major implications from hiring to even legal decisions.We will be talking about covert racism in AI.Streaming services have become one of the most dominant and popular forms of media consumption since Netflix and Spotify revolutionized how we watch and listen to our favorites.These services are not without downsides, though, and as they grow, how does their environmental impact grow with them?One of the most popular online games, Roblox, has been in hot water because of its seeming neglect of children’s safety.Guests:Soroush Vosoughi, associate professor, computer science, Dartmouth CollegeKyle Devine, professor of environmental studies and sciences, University of WinnipegRussell Holly, director of commerce content, CNETIf you have a disability and would like a transcript or other accommodation you can request an alternative format.(Photo: Sutthiphong / AdobeStock)