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Black Tech town hall examines AI’s impact on Black communities
Safer and conscious use of AI technologies is necessary, advocates say. The concerns are present even in places like West Des Moines, Iowa.
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Black Tech town hall examines AI’s impact on Black communities
Safer and conscious use of AI technologies is necessary, advocates say. The concerns are present even in places like West Des Moines, Iowa.
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