Feminist AI begins with the recognition that what might seem like objective and neutral AI is, from a feminist perspective, not so—at least not currently. This stems from the fact that the data AI relies on is a historical product of male-dominated societies, and the majority of AI developers are men. Consequently, the resulting AI technologies, specifically their algorithms, tend to favor men.
Feminist AI, therefore, opposes such male-centric AI. It does not seek to create AI that favors women but rather aims to develop equitable AI. In other words, it seeks to eliminate the male-centric bias from AI technology.
While MAILab does not explicitly label itself as “feminist AI,” the Vice President of MAILab asserts that AI must never discriminate between men and women. She further suggests that AI could realistically serve as a means for women, who often face discrimination, to overcome such barriers. Reflecting on her experience as a graduate of Dartmouth College, often regarded as a hub for AI, she feels that her pride in her alma mater motivated her to study AI diligently and pursue AI-related business ventures. Ultimately, she emphasizes that motivation is the key factor.
All innovation and creativity arise from the clash of diverse ideas and perspectives. Without diversity—and the equality that enables diversity—there can be no innovation or creativity. As AI, a driving force for the transformation of civilization, evolves on a more diverse and equal foundation, humanity’s future will shine brighter. Women’s active participation in AI will serve as a catalyst for promoting such diversity and equality.
About the author Dr. Phil Yang: Chairman of CKT Group; CEO of MAILab; China Qingdao Municipal Government Economic Ambassador; Advisor, Tsinghua University Foundation, China; Adjunct Professor, Tsinghua University, China; International President of Jilin Vocational University, China; New York State University, Korea Branch, Chair Professor; Director, Konkuk University's Chinese Enterprise Research Institute.
MAILab www.mailab.co.kr: MAILab commercializes AI solutions for quarantine, security and safety with QSS integrated solution based on its own engine i2Brain, Vision AI Framework, MEGA Image AI Platform, and MEGA Industrial AI Platform through engineering and marketing organizations in the United States, Canada, China and India. MAILab offers Industrial AI such as QSS Integrated Solution, Medical AI such as congenital heart disease algorithm, Logistic AI such as Robotic AI Fulfillment Service, Beauty AI for sales and production of skin care and makeup products.
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