by Cathy O'Neil · Capitán Swing Libros · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788494740848
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In the age of algorithms, crucial decisions are increasingly influenced by mathematical models rather than human judgment. In theory, this should promote fairness, but in practice, these models are often opaque, unregulated, and even erroneous, leading to discrimination and reinforcing existing inequalities. Cathy O'Neil exposes how these 'weapons of math destruction' impact various aspects of life, from education to finance and healthcare, creating a toxic cocktail for democracy. This book reveals the dark side of big data and how mathematical models can perpetuate injustice.
Catherine "Cathy" Helen O'Neil is an American mathematician, data scientist, and author. She is the author of the New York Times best-seller Weapons of Math Destruction, and opinion columns in Bloomberg View. O'Neil was active in the Occupy movement.
