Algorithmic Governance
The use of algorithms to manage and regulate societal functions, potentially impacting decision-making processes.
Definition
The application of governance principles—rules, oversight, transparency—to algorithms that control critical functions in society, ensuring they operate within prescribed ethical and legal bounds.
Real-World Example
A city’s adaptive traffic-signal algorithm is bound by policy: cycle lengths cannot exceed two minutes during rush hour. All signal-timing logs are published on a civic portal and residents can flag violations, ensuring public oversight of the algorithmic process.
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