Cathy O'Neil

The belief in the infallibility of numbers can be dangerous.

We need to be vigilant about how these tools are used and who controls them.

Data may be objective, but the interpretation is not.

When we automate decisions, we lose the human element that is crucial for fairness.

It is essential to interrogate the data and the models that shape our decisions.

Big data can lead to big mistakes if we're not careful.

Algorithms are not neutral — they reflect the biases of their creators.

The lack of transparency in algorithms can lead to discrimination and injustice.

These models can have profound effects on people's lives, often with little accountability.

The algorithms that govern our lives are often opaque, and they create a feedback loop that reinforces inequality.