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    Meta’s all-white male AI council sparks diversity concerns

    By Alaiya DingMay 23, 2024No Comments2 Mins Read
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    • Meta’s new AI committee is composed entirely of white men, raising concerns about a lack of diversity.
    • The exclusion of women and people of color from Meta’s AI advisory council underscores a broader issue within the tech industry: the need for greater diversity in AI development.

    Meta’s new AI committee consists only of white men, raising questions about diversity and inclusion. Women and people of color have long been overlooked in the AI industry, despite playing important roles in the development of the technology. A lack of diversity can lead to bias and unfairness in AI systems, especially against groups that are already discriminated against.

    Meta’s new AI council lacks diversity

    Meta’s recent announcement of an AI advisory council composed entirely of white men has sparked significant criticism and concern regarding the lack of diversity and inclusivity in AI governance. Despite the strides made in other areas of tech for more diverse representation, this decision reflects a significant oversight and highlights the ongoing challenges faced by women and people of color in the AI industry. Historically, these groups have been underrepresented in tech, leading to the development of technologies that do not adequately address their needs and concerns. The exclusion of diverse voices in AI development can result in biased algorithms and systems that perpetuate existing inequalities.

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    Implications of an All-Male AI advisory board

    The creation of an AI advisory council that lacks diversity is problematic on multiple levels. For one, it fails to include perspectives from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, which are essential for developing ethical and inclusive AI technologies. This lack of representation can lead to the development of AI systems that are biased and fail to address the needs of all users.

    Also read: 6 impressive benefits of Conversational AI

    The role of women and people of color in AI development

    Women and people of color have made significant contributions to AI research and development, yet their voices are often overlooked in high-level decision-making.

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    Alaiya Ding

    Alaiya Ding is an intern news reporter at Blue Tech Wave specialising in Fintech and Blockchain. She graduated from China Jiliang University College of Modern Science and Technology. Send tips to a.ding@btw.media

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