Description: Feedback loop bias refers to the phenomenon where existing biases in the training data of an artificial intelligence (AI) system are amplified through feedback processes. This occurs when an AI model, upon being used, generates results that reinforce the biased patterns present in the original data, creating a vicious cycle. For example, if a recommendation system is trained on data that reflects biased preferences, its future recommendations may perpetuate and accentuate those biases, affecting diversity and fairness in automated decisions. This phenomenon is particularly concerning in AI applications that impact sensitive areas such as hiring, criminal justice, and advertising, where decisions can have significant consequences for individuals and communities. Ethics in AI demands careful attention to these feedback loops, as they can lead to discrimination and the perpetuation of stereotypes. Understanding and mitigating feedback loop bias is essential for developing fairer and more responsible AI systems that avoid bias amplification and promote equity and inclusion in their outcomes.
