A government algorithm denies benefits. A surveillance platform identifies the wrong person. An automated fraud system freezes assistance. Suddenly, everyone involved develops a severe allergy to active verbs. The agency blames the contractor. The contractor says it followed agency requirements. The program office says technology staff handled it. Technology staff point toward legal counsel. Legal …
Government agencies are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence to review records, identify patterns, evaluate applications, detect suspected fraud, monitor borders, analyze images, sort tips, and assist with decisions that can alter real lives. Many federal agencies must publish inventories describing these systems. That sounds reassuring until you remember who completes the inventory. An artificial intelligence inventory …
Resistance Survival Guide #316 Once upon a time, and not so long ago, a government employee had to look you in the face before making a decision that could ruin your life. But now, the lazy government has decided to let the Cylons take over. Skynet, with little to no human oversight, can flag you …