In an era where large language models (LLMs) are redefining AI digital interactions, the criticality of accurate, high-quality, and pertinent data labeling emerges as paramount. That means data labelers and the vendors overseeing them must seamlessly blend data quality with human expertise and ethical work practices. Crafting data repositories for LLMs requires diverse and domain-specific […]
The Growing Importance of AI Governance
New technologies often engender fear and foreboding among people outside tech industries. The latest example of this trend is artificial intelligence (AI), which is a topic of much concern and misunderstanding among the public. It’s easy to dismiss these qualms as the common human tendency to mistrust the unknown. However, much of the alarm about AI […]
Unlocking Strategic Insights by Leveraging Data Analytics in Product Management
In the dynamic landscape of contemporary business, data analytics in product management has become a pivotal driver of success. Data analytics, the systematic exploration of data sets to glean valuable insights, has revolutionized how companies design, develop, and refine their products. This transformative tool empowers product managers with a nuanced understanding of customer preferences, market trends, […]
The Cool Kids Corner: The Interplay Between Data Governance and AI
Hello! I’m Mark Horseman and welcome to The Cool Kids Corner. This is my monthly check-in to share with you the people and ideas I encounter as a data evangelist with DATAVERSITY. (Read last month’s column here.) This month, we’re talking about the interplay between Data Governance and artificial intelligence (AI). What do we need […]
Data Ethics: Safeguarding Privacy and Ensuring Responsible Data Practices
The importance of data ethics cannot be emphasized enough in the digital era. With so much data being created, processed, and stored, people and businesses must prioritize privacy and maintain appropriate data practices. Data collection, storage, and use raise ethical concerns that must be addressed to preserve individuals’ rights and sustain public confidence. Below, we […]
ESG: The Sustainable Business Revolution or Just a Passing Fad?
ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance. It is a framework used to evaluate the sustainability and ethical impact of a company’s business practices. Environmental factors refer to a company’s own impact on the environment and the impact of their suppliers, including their carbon footprint, waste management, and resource conservation. Social factors include a company’s […]
Protecting Customers and Your Business with Ethical Data Management
Many companies have been criticized in recent years for mismanaging data. For example, a major social media conglomerate recently came under fire for reports that user data was accessible to employees, leading lawmakers to call for an investigation by the F.T.C. This has piqued concern for data privacy once again and shines a light on the lack of […]
How Data Privacy Affects the Midterm Elections
Until fairly recently, I was considered somewhat of a data privacy watchdog by my family and friends. I have all my privacy settings set to the max, I don’t download shady apps, no matter how popular they may be, and I am mistrustful of most requests for my personal data. But my behavior was the […]
Data Ethics: New Frontiers in Data Governance
Would you feel comfortable serving as a Data Governance consultant for an organized crime family … but not for a brokerage with tax fraud in its past? Could the use of ransomware be considered socially acceptable if its demands benefitted needy children? These hypotheticals might sound outrageous – and indeed, they are meant to be provocative – […]
How to Reduce AI Bias and Ensure Your AI Is Truly Intelligent
The importance of artificial intelligence (AI) cannot be understated. From a 5% increase in EBIT to the potential to create trillions of dollars in economic value, AI is the technology businesses are rushing to scale – and failing to do so could be catastrophic. But while AI has come a long way, there is one challenge that continues to hold it […]