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AI Threatens Gender Gaps Unless Women Seize Tools
Computer expert warns AI risks worsening gender gaps unless women control the technology.
In brief
Computer expert warns AI risks worsening gender gaps unless women control the technology. Mária Bieliková says AI could harm women's labor market prospects but offers opportunities if women take control of the technology. Originally reported by EUobserver.
Mária Bieliková's background
Mária Bieliková began studying computer science before the World Wide Web was launched from CERN in 1989.
Kempelen Institute leadership
Bieliková founded the Kempelen Institute of Intelligent Technologies which she leads.
AI labor market impact
Bieliková explained how artificial intelligence is set to affect women’s labor market prospects.
AI labor market risks
Studies predict women will be worse off in the labor market due to AI.
AI opportunities
Bieliková claimed such drawbacks also come with opportunities.
AI and democracy
AI research and development is largely in private hands and undermines democracy.
Deepfakes and misinformation
Experts warn disinformation campaigns and deepfake videos generated by AI will flood online spaces.
In short
Mária Bieliková says AI could harm women's labor market prospects but offers opportunities if women take control of the technology.
