Imagine getting rejected for a job based on an algorithm’s biases. While this once would have sounded like a scene out of a sci-fi film or novel, this has become a reality for countless Americans. A newly passed Colorado AI anti-discrimination bill is shining a light on the shadowy world of AI-driven hiring decisions.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Employment Discrimination Laws Proposed in Six States: What Employers Need to Know (US)
We recently wrote about Colorado’s historic law aimed at protecting, among others, employees and employment applicants from harm arising out of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Although Colorado is the first state to pass legislation addressing AI-based discrimination, similar bills have been proposed in at least six other states as well as at
Using Generative AI in Business? Make Sure to Keep Your Secrets
Using Generative AI? Keep Your SecretsBusinesses are finding generative AI programs like ChatGPT useful in functions from financial services to human resources. Although still in its early stages, and far from entirely reliable, the technology is evolving quickly and its tools and practices will continue to develop. The Cisco 2024 Data Privacy Benchmark study
AI in the workplace – is regulation on its way in the UK?
To date, the UK government has adopted a “pro innovation” approach to AI regulation, refraining from legislation. This has been with a view to enable the UK to keep pace with rapid developments in AI. However, this looks set to change with the recent publication of a first draft Artificial Intelligence (Regulation and Employment Rights)
WEBINAR – Jun 6, 2024 – Strategic Approaches for Conducting DEIB Reviews
About the Program: Join Us for the second installment of our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (“DEIB”) Webinar Series: “Strategic Approaches for Conducting DEIB Reviews”
This micro-webinar series is designed to support employers as they navigate, refine, and enhance their DEIB programs within the current legal, societal, and cultural landscape.
During the second session of
California Proposes New Legislation Prohibiting Algorithmic Discrimination in the Workplace
Algorithmic discrimination continues to be a focal point of concern, as evidenced by recent legislation introduced in California which, if passed into law, will require employers who use automated decision tools to make consequential decisions to undergo a cost-benefit analysis regarding the use of such technology. Employers must continue to proceed with caution, and be
WIRTW #719: the ‘pomp and circumstance’ edition
Tomorrow, Norah, will graduate from high school. Earlier this week, we attended the Senior Brunch, an annual tradition at her school celebrating the graduating seniors. At the end of the ceremony, Norah took possession of her time capsule, a thoughtful project that the mom of one of her fellow classmates organized from kindergarten through 7th
Senate Working Group and Biden administration guidance on the use of AI in the workplace
Shortly after the DOL’s release of guidance on the use of AI in the workplace, a bipartisan working group from the U.S. Senate and the Biden administration have released additional guidance regarding the use of AI in the workplace.
Bipartisan Senate AI Working Group’s “road map” for establishing federal AI policies
On May 15, 2024,
DOL’s guidance on use of AI in hiring and employment
On April 24, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued guidance on how employers should navigate the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in hiring and employment practices. The DOL emphasized that eliminating humans from the processes entirely could result in violation of federal employment laws. Although the guidance was addressed to federal contractors and
White House Publishes Steps to Protect Workers from the Risks of AI
Last year the White House weighed in on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in businesses.
Since the executive order, several government entities including the Department of Labor have released guidance on the use of AI.
And now the White House published principles to protect workers when AI is used in the workplace.
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