NPRflipped into BusinessGoogle CEO Apologizes, Vows To Restore Trust After Black Scientist's Ousterverified_publisherNPR - Bobby AllynGoogle's chief executive Sundar Pichai on Wednesday apologized in the aftermath of the dismissal of a prominent Black scientist whose ouster set off widespread condemnation from thousands of Google employees and outside researchers. Timnit Gebru, who helped lead Google's Ethical Artificial …
NBC Newsflipped into Top StoriesGoogle workers mobilize against firing of top Black female executiveNBC News - Olivia SolonThe firing follows a series of internal battles about how the tech company handles diversity and inclusion. Nearly 800 Google employees have joined a solidarity campaign in support of one of the company’s top female executives, a known advocate for diversity in the industry who said she was fired …
Angel D. Newton, PhDflipped into Social Unity, Identity, Diversity & Civil RightsA Black A.I. Ethicist on Her Experiences at Google—and Her Controversial Departureverified_publisherslate.com - Lizzie O’Leary“They weren’t even treating me like a person.” Subscribe to What Next on Apple Podcasts for the full episode. Earlier this fall, A.I. ethicist Timnit …
NPRflipped into BusinessGoogle AI Team Demands Ousted Black Researcher Be Rehired And Promotedverified_publisherNPR - Bobby AllynMembers of a prestigious research unit at Google have sent a letter to the company's chief executive demanding that ousted artificial intelligence researcher Timnit Gebru be reinstated. Gebru, who studies the ethics of AI and was one of the few Black research scientists at Google, says she was …
Jo Ann LaRoche Fialaflipped into Phone & techDitch Google Drive and store your stuff on a lifetime pCloud account (75% off for Black Friday!)9to5Google - Sponsored PostWhat would happen if your computer or Android phone was suddenly lost or stolen? Would you have all of your precious memories, critical files, and amazing multimedia creations backed up? Or would you lose them forever? Cloud storage is a great way to solve this problem. There are lots of cloud …
NPRDec 17, 2020Ousted Black Google Researcher: 'They Wanted To Have My Presence, But Not Me Exactly'verified_publisherNPR - Bobby AllynUpdated at 10:18 p.m. ET When Google unceremoniously ousted Black researcher Timnit Gebru, she felt targeted. "My theory is that they had wanted me out for a while because I spoke up a lot about issues related to black people, women, and marginalization," Gebru said in an interview on NPR's Morning …
theGrioflipped into theGrioGoogle chief apologizes after prominent Black employee is firedthegrio.com - Keydra MannsGoogle is in hot water after firing a Black scientist. More than 2,000 Google employees have rallied together and signed an open letter calling Dr. …
The Guardianflipped into TechnologyGoogle workers demand reinstatement and apology for fired Black AI ethics researcherverified_publisherThe Guardian - Maanvi SinghTimnit Gebru’s departure sparked outrage in the industry as it followed her paper criticizing the company’s diversity efforts Google employees have sent a letter to senior leadership demanding that the company reinstate and apologize to Timnit Gebru, a prominent Black researcher who said she was …
FortuneDec 4, 2020Backlash against Google grows over firing of prominent Black A.I. researcherverified_publisherFortune - Jeremy KahnGoogle faced mounting criticism Friday over its treatment of a prominent Black A.I. ethics researcher who says she was fired after questioning the …
Veni,Vidi,Vixiflipped into Geek MeatAI Ethicists Are Outraged After Google Fired a Respected Black Researcherverified_publisherVICE Asia - Todd FeathersTimnit Gebru says she was terminated Wednesday after expressing frustration with the tech company's white male leadership. Last night, Google abruptly fired Timnit Gebru, an AI ethicist who has gained immense respect around the world for her work uncovering racial bias in algorithms and promoting …
Dr. Jflipped into Random ThoughtsGoogle to Investigate Shady Ouster of Black AI Ethicist Timnit Gebruverified_publisherGizmodo - Brianna ProvenzanoAfter more than 2,200 employees signed a letter on Monday condemning Google’s reported decision to terminate a Black artificial intelligence …
David Grandisonflipped into Urban THINKINGMore Than 1,500 Google Employees Sign Petition Condemning Firing of Black AI Ethicist Timnit Gebruverified_publisherGizmodo - Brianna ProvenzanoMore than 1,500 Google employees and some 2,000 academic, industry, and civil society supporters have signed a petition protesting the termination of …
JezebelDec 4, 2020Black Ethical AI Researcher Says Google Fired Her Over a Critical EmailJezebel - Justice NamasteTimnit Gebru, a co-leader of the Ethical Artificial Intelligence team at Google, said she was fired for sending an email that was allegedly deemed …
Nov 24, 2020This wild Black Friday deal makes the Google Nest Hub just $50androidcentral.com - Harish JonnalagaddaThere are plenty of Black Friday deals to choose from already, and if you're looking to get started with a smart speaker, you're in luck. The Nest …
9to5Toysflipped into All StoriesBest of Black Friday 2020 – Google: Pixel 5 $649, Nest Mini $19, Stadia bundles, moreverified_publisher9to5ToysWith Black Friday just around the corner and all of the major retailers’ ads having dropped, we’re now diving into the best Google offers to expect. Ranging from price cuts on its latest Pixel smartphones to Nest smart home speakers and accessories, Google will be rolling out plenty of offers of …
Ellie Elizabethflipped into Black Friday Best Black Friday Pixel phone deals 2021: Save $800 on Google Pixel 6 Pro or $50 on Pixel 5aandroidcentral.com - Ara WagonerWhile Black Friday tends to bring deals on everything from Android phones to cars and beyond, not everything is destined for a doorbuster deal on …
USA TODAYflipped into Top StoriesGoogle ouster of top AI researcher Timnit Gebru draws sharp new scrutiny of how it treats Black employeesverified_publisherUSA TODAY - Jessica GuynnGoogle’s dismissal of a top artificial intelligence researcher vocal about the company’s failures to address the lack of diversity in its workforce has drawn sharp new scrutiny of its treatment of Black employees, particularly women. Timnit Gebru says she was fired via email after refusing to …
9to5Toysflipped into All StoriesGoogle Cyber Monday deals: Nest Mini $19, Nest Hub $50, more from $17verified_publisher9to5ToysThis offer has expired! Be sure to follow us on Twitter for the latest deals and more. Sign-up for our newsletters and have our best offers delivered to your inbox daily. Cyber Monday is upon us and so are the Google Nest discounts, with everything from its popular smart speakers, displays, and …
Android Policeflipped into Android PoliceGoogle's Black Friday deals start today: $50 off Pixel 5, $150 off Google Home Max, and moreandroidpolice.com - Caleb PottsWe're fast approaching Black Friday, every major retailer's favorite day of the year. There are sure to be savings of all sorts popping up on the big …
9to5Googleflipped into All StoriesGoogle Store Black Friday 2020 deals: $649 Pixel 5, $70 Stadia bundle, $19 Nest Mini, more9to5Google - Abner LiLike last year, the Google Store kicked off 2020’s Black Friday deals in two stages. Some of the offers — including those for the Pixel 5 and Nest/Home speakers — went live on Sunday, and the rest are now available. Some deals will also be available in Australia, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, …
CNETflipped into The CheapskateLIVE: The best Cyber Monday deals right nowverified_publisherCNET - Lori Grunin, John FalconeUp-to-the-minute news about can't-miss offers. Catch 'em before they're gone.
9to5GoogleNov 30, 2020Unlocked Pixel 5 intermittently out of stock on US Google Store amid Black Friday discount9to5Google - Abner LiLast Sunday, Google kicked off Black Friday week by discounting the Pixel 5 to $649. The first-party US store looks to be having a hard time keeping them in stock as the Pixel 5 has been intermittently sold out over the past 24 hours. At $50 off, the Pixel 5 wasn’t significantly discounted compared …
9to5GoogleOct 28, 2020Google conjures new 3D Animals for Halloween: dancing skeleton, black cat, and more9to5Google - Abner LiWith Halloween this Saturday, Google is getting into the spirit with special 3D animals and objects. Google added a 3D black cat and two other delightful pets wearing costumes, as well as other October 31 mainstays like a human skeleton. Similar to the Easter Bunny back in April, these …
