HR, rightly, has an uneasy relationship with AI. To the equalities practitioner, the downsides of a machine taking decisions based on a formula are only too apparent. How is the formula generated? … [Read more...] about Artificial Intelligence and Recruitment – how to address the pitfalls
UK CDEI publishes review of bias in algorithmic decision-making
The UK's Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation (CDEI) has published its Review into bias in algorithmic decision-making, calling for "active steps to anticipate risks and measure outcomes" and … [Read more...] about UK CDEI publishes review of bias in algorithmic decision-making
Apply for UK Government funding for robotic AI by 20 November 2020
UK registered businesses have until 11am on Friday 20 November 2020 to apply for funding for Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies from the the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund … [Read more...] about Apply for UK Government funding for robotic AI by 20 November 2020
The UKIPO’s AI-powered trade mark tool enters beta testing
Back in May 2020, we blogged that the UKIPO was testing an artificial intelligence driven tool to help the public apply for trade marks. The UKIPO has now announced a public beta test. The UKIPO … [Read more...] about The UKIPO’s AI-powered trade mark tool enters beta testing
Using Machine Learning in Financial Services and the regulatory implications
Financial services firms have been increasingly incorporating Artificial Intelligence ("AI") into their strategies to drive operational and cost efficiencies. Firms must ensure effective governance of … [Read more...] about Using Machine Learning in Financial Services and the regulatory implications
Administrative Court finds the decision not to include gig workers in the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme lawful
The case of R (On the Application Of Adiatu & Anor) v Her Majesty's Treasury [2020] EWHC 1554 (Admin) concerned challenges certain decisions made by the Treasury in relation to the availability of … [Read more...] about Administrative Court finds the decision not to include gig workers in the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme lawful