Ethics
Companies ‘lack ethical guidelines’ for the use of emerging tech – study
Companies lack a coherent framework for the ethical implementation and use of emerging technologies, a new study by Deloitte has…
Lloyds Banking Group is hiring its first dedicated data ethics chief
Lloyds Banking Group is recruiting its first-ever group head of data ethics. The role will be responsible for leading discussions…
AI ethics in the public sector: Why guidance needs context
The ethics of artificial intelligence has been widely discussed in the UK public sector, and there is a surfeit of…
Investments in data and AI are paying off despite resistance to change
Investment in data and artificial intelligence (AI) is paying off for the world's largest companies, according to a new survey…
Could ‘bias bounty’ competitions tackle AI discrimination?
Twitter has launched a 'bias bounty' competition, offering cash rewards to anyone who can show how one of its algorithms…
Why your organisation needs a chief data scientist
It’s no secret that the disruptions of the past year have profoundly changed the way we do business. As organisations…
Smile for the camera: Can AI detect our emotions?
Since childhood, we’ve been asked to smile for the camera. Until now, that request has only ever meant to produce…
AI auditing is the next big thing. But will it ensure ethical algorithms?
From discriminatory recruitment systems to racist chat bots, the ethical pitfalls of artificial intelligence are well documented. With the spectre…
AI is tackling the lack of transparency in ESG investing
Ethical investing took off in 2020, with a record $1.7trn of assets held in sustainable funds at the end of…
Ethical AI requires a diversity of approaches and viewpoints
Carly Kind is the Director of the Ada Lovelace Institute, an independent research institute and deliberative body with a remit…