Coded Bias

This documentary runs for 86 minutes and delves into the intersection of technology and civil rights. It highlights the challenges posed by facial recognition systems, particularly how they fail to accurately recognize dark-skinned faces, raising important questions about racism and sexism in algorithm design.

Coded Bias explores the broader themes of mass surveillance and the influence of major tech companies, often referred to as GAFAM (Google, Apple, Facebook, Amazon, Microsoft). It also addresses the urgent need for legislation in the United States to combat bias in artificial intelligence, making it a relevant watch for those interested in contemporary civil rights issues and technology's societal impact.