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AI can predict which criminals may break laws again better than humans

Computer algorithms perform better than people in more realistic scenarios

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Computer algorithms are better than people at forecasting which criminals are likely to commit future crimes — at least in some situations, a new study finds.

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By Maria Temming

- More than 2 years ago

Computer algorithms can outperform people at predicting which criminals will get arrested again, a new study finds.