Bias

Definition

Bias refers to a tendency to lean in a certain direction, usually without considering all the facts or information. It can influence decisions, judgments, and behaviors.

Explain Like I'm 5

Imagine you have a favorite color and always choose things that are that color, even if there are other good options. That's like bias - picking something because you like it without looking at everything else.

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Digging Deeper

Bias can come from personal experiences, beliefs, stereotypes, or even unconscious thoughts. In AI and machine learning, bias can creep into algorithms if the data used to train them is not diverse enough or reflects existing biases in society. This can lead to unfair outcomes or discrimination against certain groups. To address bias in AI systems, researchers and developers work on techniques like data preprocessing, algorithmic fairness, and bias mitigation strategies.

Everyone has bias. That’s not the problem — unexamined bias is. The goal here isn’t to pretend we’re all objective — it’s to recognize those biases and account for them. You have to apply the same critical lens to LLMs. They’re not “lying,” but they’re trained to give useful, safe, approved answers — and that often reflects institutional, cultural, or political assumptions baked into their design.

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