Demystifying AI: What is it, actually?
Demystifying AI: What is it, actually? Much has been said lately about artificial intelligence (AI). Incredible applications are at our fingertips, we can talk to a machine just like we do with our friends who are miles away. We can ask machines to write down poetry, create images out of nothing (but a huge database […]
The adversarial audit of VioGén: Three years later & new system version
Three years have passed since Eticas Foundation, in collaboration with the Ana Bella Foundation, conducted an adversarial audit of VioGén. Key insights from the analysis of the VioGén system reveal significant concerns regarding accountability and transparency
Adversarial Algorithmic Auditing Guide
Algorithmic auditing is an instrument for dynamic appraisal and inspection of AI systems. This guide focuses on adversarial or third-party algorithmic audits, where independent auditors or communities thoroughly examine the functioning and impact of an algorithmic system, when access to the system is restricted.
The European AI Office: The AI Act roadmap for enforcement
In recent years, AI has taken center stage in the European Union’s digital agenda, sparking discussions on its far-reaching impact on our economic landscape and societal fabric. While the benefits of AI are undeniable, concerns about its potential effects on fundamental rights and safety have prompted a proactive response from the EU. The recently adopted […]
Guide to AI Auditing
The Guide to Algorithmic Auditing is aimed at the people responsible for the use of algorithms, and data processing algorithm audits. Although, this guide is a tool that also seeks to reach the general public, increasingly interested in the effects of the application of algorithms in their daily lives.
The DSA explained
The European Union implemented far-reaching legislation to regulate the digital landscape: The Digital Services Act (DSA) aims to overhaul the rules for online services in the EU, which were last updated over two decades ago. Here’s what you need to know about the DSA and its potential impact.
Deep learning for social services for the Barcelona City Council
With the collaboration of Universidad Pompeu Fabra (Barcelona), Eticas carried out an audit of the natural language processing (NLP) system from the Social Services area from the Barcelona City Council.
Algorithmic audit of Koa Health: A success story
The results of our 2022 – 2023 algorithmic audit of Koa Health are available and we’re excited to share them with you!
Algorithmic impact assessment of the predictive system for risk of homelessness for the Allegheny County
Eticas audited the algorithmic system that predicts homelessness risk in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, USA. The model took into consideration 964 variables coming from different departments and regulatory bodies of the county (demographic and mental health variables, justice, prison, hospital visits and substance use registers, amongst others).
How are algorithms and AI being applied in healthcare?
The application of artificial intelligence in healthcare field provides extensive applications that help to support the system and the development of medical solutions.