New York to crack open its code, looking for bias
It’s thought to be the first in the country to push for open sourcing of the algorithms used by courts, police and city agencies Continue reading New York to crack open its code, looking for bias
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New York City Passes Bill to Study Biases in Algorithms Used by the City
The bill is believed to be the first in the country to push for open sourcing of the algorithms used by courts, police, and city agencies. Continue reading New York City Passes Bill to Study Biases in Algorithms Used by the City
How an Old Industrial Ship Yard Created 7,000 New Jobs
Brooklyn Navy Yard President and CEO David Ehrenberg tells Motherboard how his non-profit reclaimed an industrial workspace and updated it for the 21st century. Continue reading How an Old Industrial Ship Yard Created 7,000 New Jobs
Meet Instagram’s Subway Surfing Daredevils
Don’t try this at home. Continue reading Meet Instagram’s Subway Surfing Daredevils
Meet Instagram’s Subway Surfing Daredevils
Don’t try this at home. Continue reading Meet Instagram’s Subway Surfing Daredevils
Matt Mitchell Is Arming Underserved Communities With Anti-Surveillance Tools
The founder of Crypto Harlem learned firsthand how companies prioritize their needs over individuals. Now he’s sharing his knowledge with those who need it most. Continue reading Matt Mitchell Is Arming Underserved Communities With Anti-Surveillance Tools
Why Paying For Lyft Pre-Tax Is Bad For Public Transit
Taking a Lyft to work using pre-tax dollars may sound like a good deal, but there may be tradeoffs in terms of the public good. Continue reading Why Paying For Lyft Pre-Tax Is Bad For Public Transit
Eatsa Removes Humans From Your Lunch Buying Experience
Trade in boring human interactions for stone-cold, robot-like efficiency. Continue reading Eatsa Removes Humans From Your Lunch Buying Experience
Inside the Bizarre Movement to Make John McAfee Cyber Czar
Despite support from the hacking collective, McAfee says he’s still not interested in the hypothetical Cybersecurity position. Continue reading Inside the Bizarre Movement to Make John McAfee Cyber Czar
How to Survive the Snapchat Spectacles Line
Take these tips with you if you plan on visiting the Snapchat Spectacles pop-up store in New York City. Continue reading How to Survive the Snapchat Spectacles Line