Tech/Ish: Are We Shaping AI, or is AI Shaping Us?
Facilitated conversation probing how AI algorithms reshape decisions, attention, and social norms through real world examples and ethical framing. Casual discussion focused meetup for technologists and curious community members in an informal bar setting.
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