ALGORITHMIC ACCOUNTABILITY IN THE FIELD OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: SOCIAL, LEGAL, AND ORGANIZATIONAL APPROACHES
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.47390/SPR1342V5I8Y2025N37Keywords:
artificial intelligence, algorithmic accountability, social accountability, users, algorithmic audit, regulators, transparency, technological ethics, information security, algorithm designAbstract
This article analyzes the impact of artificial intelligence systems on social life and the issue of ensuring accountability in their operation from social, legal, and organizational perspectives. It explores mechanisms for effectively managing algorithmic accountability, the role of stakeholders, and the criteria for determining responsibility.
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