3061: AI for All: How Lenovo is Tackling Bias and Accessibility in Tech

In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I’m joined by Ada Lopez, Senior Manager of Lenovo’s Product Diversity Office, recorded live at Lenovo Tech World in Seattle. Ada is on a mission to make AI more inclusive, accessible, and free of bias, and her passion for driving change through technology is truly inspiring. We dive into the critical issue of AI bias and explore how algorithms, often unintentionally, reinforce gender, racial, and social biases. Ada breaks down real-world examples, from AI systems used in criminal justice to everyday applications like Google searches and loan approvals, illustrating how bias can creep into these systems. She also shares how Lenovo is actively working to mitigate AI bias through its product diversity office, ensuring that inclusivity and accessibility are built into the design process from the start. Ada also sheds light on how Lenovo’s AI initiatives are making a tangible difference, including their partnership with the Scott Morgan Foundation to help ALS patients preserve their voices, and the creation of tactile markings on ThinkPads to support users with visual impairments. We also discuss the excitement within Lenovo’s development teams about building ethical AI systems and fostering empathy in product design. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of AI, the challenges of ensuring fairness and accessibility in technology, and how major tech companies like Lenovo are leading the charge for responsible innovation. Join us as we explore the impact of AI on our lives today—and what’s next for the technology of tomorrow.

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