
Cathy O’Neil
Cathy O'Neil is a data scientist, author, and activist known for her critical analysis of algorithms and their societal impacts. Her influential book, 'Weapons of Math Destruction,' explores how algorithms can perpetuate inequality and bias in various sectors, including finance and education. O'Neil advocates for transparency and accountability in algorithmic decision-making, highlighting the potential dangers of unchecked data-driven systems.
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Cathy O’Neil reveals how predictive models in criminal risk assessment can reinforce social injustices due to biased historical data processing.
Kecerdasan KolaboratifKompas·
Indonesia· 2026-06-02
Cathy O’Neil argues that algorithms can become silent weapons of mass destruction if they are based on biased historical data.
Diella dan Dilema AIKompas·
Indonesia· 2025-10-10













