Towards Data Science

Everyone Is Selling AI at You — Here’s How to Keep Your Judgement

The article titled "Everyone Is Selling AI at You — Here’s How to Keep Your Judgement" discusses three strategies for navigating the current AI hype. It offers practical moves to help readers maintain critical thinking and discern genuine value from marketing claims. The piece was originally published on Towards Data Science.

Towards Data Science
Aug 19

Understanding Anti-AI Public Opinion

The article explores how public opinion toward AI can shift when people recognize tangible benefits, and examines what occurs when such value is not perceived. It discusses the dynamics of acceptance and resistance to AI technologies based on perceived tradeoffs and benefits.

By Stephanie Kirmer
Towards Data Science
Oct 1

Your AI Bill Is a Toll Booth. Stop Paying Twice.

The article titled "Your AI Bill Is a Toll Booth. Stop Paying Twice." discusses how users are unexpectedly paying more for AI services than anticipated, likening the experience to a toll booth where one pays twice. It highlights the unseen costs that can arise when using AI tools and urges readers to be vigilant about their expenses. The piece was first published on Towards Data Science.

By Gursimar Singh
Towards Data Science
Sep 29

AI Made Data Scientists Faster. Now It’s Expanding the Job.

AI has accelerated data scientists’ productivity, but its influence extends beyond speed. The technology is reshaping who owns data, how judgment is exercised, and the overall career trajectory of data scientists. These changes signal a broader transformation in the field’s structure and responsibilities.

By Yu Dong
Towards Data Science
Oct 9

Stop Using AI. Start Hiring It.

The article argues that AI agents have surpassed human capacity in code production, prompting a shift in perspective from merely using AI to actively employing it. It highlights how this development has altered the author's view on AI’s role in software development. The piece suggests that embracing AI as a collaborator is now essential.

By Gursimar Singh
Towards Data Science
Oct 19

AI Harms and Their Technical Causes

The article "AI Harms and Their Technical Causes" discusses how specific technical decisions in AI development can result in safety failures. It examines the underlying causes of these harms and offers guidance on alternative approaches to mitigate risks. The piece highlights the importance of thoughtful design choices in preventing unintended negative outcomes from AI systems.

By Stephanie Kirmer
Towards Data Science
Sep 22

An Introduction to Jev

The article titled "An Introduction to Jev" discusses an AI system that focuses on making decisions rather than generating text. It highlights Jev’s unique approach to decision-making within the broader context of AI development. The piece was originally published on Towards Data Science.

By Thomas Reid