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“We should always be suspicious when machine-learning systems are described as free from bias if it's been trained on human-generated data. Our biases are built into that training data.” quote by Kate Crawford
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“We should always be suspicious when machine-learning systems are described as free from bias if it's been trained on human-generated data. Our biases are built into that training data.”

Kate Crawford

About This Quote

Machine-learning systems inherit human biases from their training data, so claims of being bias‑free are suspicious.

In simple terms: It warns that AI reflects human biases from its data.

Key Takeaway

Scrutinize AI for hidden biases.

Themes

AI bias ethics data

Mood

critical concerned

Type

analytical ethical

When to use this quote

  • data auditing
  • algorithmic review
  • policy development

Key Concepts

machine learning fairness social impact

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps can ensure unbiased training data?
  • How do we hold developers accountable?
A Different Perspective

Bias detection can be complex and resource‑intensive.

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