How much can algorithms actually influence our daily behavior?
In short: From social media to political profiling, algorithms constantly analyze our digital footprints. This talk explores the statistical reality behind these tools and whether they can truly categorize and influence us.
David Sumpter, Professor of Applied Mathematics at the University of Uppsala, examines the power of algorithms to analyze online behavior. He questions the statistical soundness of systems like those used by Cambridge Analytica and investigates how effectively they can categorize individuals and influence their actions.
Sumpter's broader research spans diverse scales, including the mechanics of ant colonies, fish schools, football team networks, and societal segregation, as well as machine learning and artificial intelligence.
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