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AI Ethics & Governance, Market & Thought Leadership

AI and Ethics: Building Trust in a Machine-Driven World

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now woven into the fabric of society—shaping business, healthcare, education, entertainment, and governance. But as its influence grows, so too do the ethical questions surrounding its use. In 2025, building trust in AI systems has become one of the most pressing challenges facing innovators, regulators, and the public alike. 1. Why AI Ethics Matters AI is only as good as the data and rules it is built on. When left unchecked, systems can unintentionally perpetuate bias, invade privacy, or make harmful decisions. Ethics in AI is not about slowing progress; it’s about ensuring that innovation benefits humanity rather than harming it. Without trust, adoption stalls—and without adoption, society cannot reap the full benefits of AI. 2. Bias and Fairness in AI Systems One of the most visible ethical challenges is bias. Hiring algorithms have sometimes favoured men...
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Houseworks: Fabric structures provide economical and durable outdoor storage
Science & Technology

Houseworks: Fabric structures provide economical and durable outdoor storage

Maxwell (on tractor) working with a helper erecting steel legs for the fabric structure he’s building at his Manitoulin Island, Ontario rural property.  Photo by Photo Robert Maxwell Article content Need to store a tractor, four-wheel or other outdoor country gear? Perhaps your boat, RV or snowmobiles needs an off-season home? How about a spacious workshop? Something generically called fabric structures are worth considering. They’re made by a handful of companies, it’s a mature technology that’s been around since the early 1990s, and I’m putting one up now. This approach offers unique advantages over a regular frame building, as I’ve discovered. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Elizabeth Payne, David Pugliese, Andrew Duffy, Bruce Deachman and others. Plus, food reviews and event listings...
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