Cover for Technically Wrong - Sexist Apps, Biased Algorithms, and Other Threats of Toxic Tech

Technically Wrong - Sexist Apps, Biased Algorithms, and Other Threats of Toxic Tech

Sara Wachter-Boettcher

Summary

In an era where technology permeates nearly every aspect of life, the design and development of digital products carry profound social implications. This book delves into the pervasive biases embedded within technology, revealing how seemingly neutral algorithms and applications often perpetuate sexism, racism, and other forms of discrimination. By scrutinizing the ways in which tech products marginalize diverse user groups, the author illuminates the urgent need for more inclusive, thoughtful approaches to software creation.

  • Technology is not neutral: Algorithms, apps, and platforms reflect the biases and assumptions of their creators.
  • Biased data leads to biased...

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