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Innovation Archive

Archives for December 2019

Technology
New York City couldn’t pry open its own black box algorithms. So now what?New York City couldn’t pry open its own black box algorithms. So now what?
Technology

From policing to schools, algorithms impact the lives of nearly 9 million New Yorkers. Nobody seems to really understand how, though.

By Rebecca Heilweil
The robot revolution will be worse for men
Technology

Demographics will determine who gets hit worst by automation. Policy will help curb the damage.

By Rani Molla
Artificial intelligence will help determine if you get your next job
Technology

AI is being used to attract applicants and to predict a candidate’s fit for a position. But is it up to the task?

By Rebecca Heilweil
How robots are transforming Amazon warehouse jobs — for better and worse
Technology

Amazon is leading a robotics race that will have a seismic impact on the warehouse industry, which employs more than 1.1 million Americans today.

By Jason Del Rey

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