The Ethical Character of Algorithms—and What It Means for Fairness, the Character of Decision-Making, and the Future of News
The ethical character of algorithms depends on the evaluation of the purposes for which they are designed and used.
Public Interest Technology
The Need to Regulate AI Implementation in Public Assistance Programs
We must consider the possibilities for malintent that accompany the automation of agencies serving some of the population’s most vulnerable.
From Overconfidence in Research to Over Certainty in Policy Analysis: Can We Escape the Cycle of Hype and Disappointment?
The answer lies in understanding research methods and biases.
How to Fuel Government Innovation That Lasts
The answer lies in embracing innovation that’s slow and small—instead of fast and flashy.
The Perfect Tweetstorm: Microsoft’s Tay and the Cultural Politics of Machine Learning
Machine learning algorithms are increasingly used in the lifestyle domain, quietly working in the background.
Creating AI Systems That Take Culture into Account
If we want our AI systems to reflect our standards and values, how can we create AI systems that take culture into account?
The Automated Administrative State
The trend toward more prevalent and less transparent automation in agency decision-making is deeply concerning.
New America Announces 2019 Class of India-United States Public Interest Technology Fellows
New America welcomes the Class of 2019 India-United States Public Interest Technology Fellows.
The Farm Bill Shows a Shift to a More Innovative Rural America
Through the establishment of a grant program that supports job-accelerator programs, rural America may become the next hub for innovation.