Beware the bias

I’ve posted about AI and bias before. If you’re going to launch or use an AI agent/service then do ensure you’re taking that into account and actively watching for it.

AI overwhelmingly prefers white and male job candidates in new test of resume-screening bias
Kyra Wilson, left, University of Washington doctoral student in the Information School and Aylin Caliskan, a UW assistant professor in the iSchool. (UW

Because I have concerns

LinkedIn launches its first AI agent to take on the role of job recruiters | TechCrunch
LinkedIn, the social platform used by professionals to connect with others in their field, hunt for jobs, and develop skills, is taking the wraps off its