The DWP just admitted its fraud-checking algorithms are racist and ageist

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Summary:
- The article discusses how the UK's Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is using algorithms to detect potential fraud in benefit claims.
- The algorithms analyze claimants' data, such as their spending habits and social media activity, to identify potential cases of fraud or error.
- The article raises concerns about the accuracy and fairness of these algorithms, as they could lead to legitimate claimants being unfairly targeted or denied benefits.

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