Can we ever really trust algorithms to make decisions for us? Previous research has proved these programs can reinforce society’s harmful biases, but the problems go beyond that. A new study shows how ...

Studies show that AI systems used to make important decisions such as approval of loan and mortgage applications can perpetuate historical bias and discrimination if not carefully constructed and ...

Deciding what to do in situations when there is no right answer is an unenviable challenge for any leader. Doing it in a matter of seconds under the pressure of a rapidly changing scenario — like a ...

Decisions are the lifeblood of business. From the c-suite to frontline employees, decisions are constantly being made at all levels within organizations. Some are consequential and irreversible, but ...

In March 2021, a driver in Charlton, Massachusetts, plunged his car into Buffumville Lake while following GPS directions. Rescue teams were called to recover the completely submerged vehicle from 8 ...

Caltech researchers have developed a a planning and decision-making control system that helps freely moving robots determine the best movements to make as they navigate the real world. Called SETS ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. While consensus might seem like an easy way to maintain harmony, it often stifles creativity and critical thinking. Effective ...

In August 2022 the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a notice of proposed rulemaking prohibiting covered entities, which include health care providers and health plans, from ...

As the use of artificial intelligence has spread rapidly throughout the US health care system, concerns have been raised about racial and ethnic biases built into the algorithms that often guide ...