May 29, 2025
Addressing Algorithmic Colonialism in AI Development (Future Imperative)
Addressing Algorithmic Colonialism in AI Development: A Future Imperative Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming our world, promising unprecedented advancements in various sectors. However, the development and deployment of AI are not without their challenges. One critical issue that demands attention is algorithmic colonialism, a phenomenon where AI systems perpetuate and exacerbate existing inequalities, particularly those rooted in historical colonial power dynamics. Understanding Algorithmic Colonialism Algorithmic colonialism refers to the ways in which AI systems, often developed in Western countries, are imposed on other regions without considering local contexts, cultures, and values. This imposition can manifest in several ways: Data