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What is 'algorithmic bias'?
The story mentions Luna 'lost track' of its attendance policy, and only recommended firing after a prompt. This hints at potential issues with how AI systems manage and apply rules. If an AI's internal logic or data is flawed, it could lead to inconsistent or unfair decisions, a problem known as algorithmic bias.
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