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Book Synopsis: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER – A former Wall Street quant sounds the alarm on Big Data and the mathematical models that threaten to rip apart our social fabric—with a new afterword
“A manual for the twenty-first-century citizen . . . relevant and urgent.”—Financial Times
NATIONAL BOOK AWARD LONGLIST – NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The New York Times Book Review – The Boston Globe – Wired – Fortune – Kirkus Reviews – The Guardian – Nature – On Point
We live in the age of the algorithm. Increasingly, the decisions that affect our lives—where we go to school, whether we can get a job or a loan, how much we pay for health insurance—are being made not by humans, but by machines. In theory, this should lead to greater fairness: Everyone is judged according to the same rules. But as mathematician and data scientist Cathy O’Neil reveals, the mathematical models being used today are unregulated and uncontestable, even when they’re wrong. Most troubling, they reinforce discrimination—propping up the lucky, punishing the downtrodden, and undermining our democracy in the process. Welcome to the dark side of Big Data.
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Discover the shocking truth behind the algorithms that shape our lives with the groundbreaking book, "Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens Democracy." Written by former Wall Street quant, Cathy O'Neil, this New York Times bestseller is a wake-up call for the twenty-first-century citizen. Uncover the hidden dangers lurking in our data-driven world and learn how these mathematical models can tear apart the very fabric of our society. Don't let Big Data dictate your destiny; arm yourself with knowledge and fight for a fairer future.
Step into the age of the algorithm and uncover the untold power it wields. In this thought-provoking book, O'Neil explores how decisions that shape our lives are increasingly being made by machines, not humans. With an alarming lack of regulation, these mathematical models have become uncontestable, even when they're proven wrong. That means you might be facing discrimination without even realizing it. Let O'Neil guide you through the dark side of Big Data, where the lucky are rewarded and the downtrodden are left behind. It's time to reclaim control and put an end to the algorithms that threaten to unravel our democracy.
Named one of the best books of the year by The New York Times Book Review, Financial Times, Wired, and more, "Weapons of Math Destruction" is a must-read for anyone who values fairness and equality. Explore the far-reaching implications of unchecked algorithms and their impact on society. From education and employment to healthcare and beyond, these mathematical models have the power to shape our lives in ways we can't begin to imagine. With each turn of the page, you'll gain valuable insights and become empowered to challenge the status quo.
Are you ready to take a stand against the invisible forces shaping your future? Don't let your destiny be dictated by unregulated algorithms. Join the fight for a fairer society by reading "Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens Democracy." Equip yourself with the knowledge to challenge the system, and together, let's build a future where everyone is treated with fairness and respect.
Order your copy of "Weapons of Math Destruction" now and discover the true extent of Big Data's impact on our lives. Together, we can protect our democracy and ensure a brighter future for all.
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