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All About That Bias - DTNS Live 4944
Season 12, Ep. 4944
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As generative AI develops much of the focus has been on the human-like quality of their output. But what does the data show regarding how AI-human interaction creates a feedback loop that impacts our biases? X has partnered with Visa to offer peer-to-peer fund transfer. Is it enough to pull people back to the platform and will existing users even use it? The Australian Broadcasting Corporation has reported on a study that shows almost one in 10 people use the same four-digit PIN.
Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Andrea Jones-Rooy, Roger Chang, Joe.
Link to the Show Notes.
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