(Dis)trust in AI

Recent developments in digital technology domains like Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things lead to possibilities for more autonomous systems that more directly interact with their business or social environment. This poses new but often implicit questions with respect to the responsibility for decisions made by these systems and the effects of these decisions on their environment. In this talk, I will ask questions regarding the allocation of responsibility with the development and deployment of autonomous systems. I will also discuss the effect of explainability or understandability on the allocation of responsibility.

Anna Wilbik is professor in Data Fusion and Intelligent Interaction at Department of Advanced Computing Sciences of Maastricht University and Principal Investigator at Brightlands Institute for Smart Society (BISS). In her research she aims at bridging the gap between the meaning of data and human understanding in complex application environments, where data can be of various natures.

Discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation played a role in recent scandals like the Dutch Childcare Benefit scandal and the student grant (DUO) scandal. Join us as we delve into the complexities of trust in artificial intelligence, unveiling insights crucial for navigating the digital age.

Gijs van Dijck is a Professor of Private Law, director of the Maastricht Law and Tech Lab, and Principal Investigator at Brightlands Institute for Smart Society (BISS). He integrates legal, empirical, and computational analysis to improve the description, application, understanding, and evaluation of the law.