Algorithms have taken on an almost mythical significance in the modern world. They determine what you see on social media and when browsing online, help form people’s belief systems, and impact the ...

The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. Algorithms have become ubiquitous. They optimize our commutes, process payments, and coordinate the flow of internet traffic. It seems ...

Companies can benefit significantly from algorithms based on advanced analytics and machine learning, but it’s often all too easy to overlook the risks that may come with them. The rise of advanced ...