Bonus: The Promise and Pitfalls of AI

Bonus: The Promise and Pitfalls of AI

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Ep 5. Echo Chambers

We examine AI’s role in polarizing America, from online echo chambers to the virulent spread of misinformation on social media. 

Ep 4. Biased Intelligence

AI systems can be highly susceptible to bias. The potential for serious consequences is huge, especially when it comes to the AI increasingly used in police departments. 

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