Investigative journalist explores how AI can replicate bias, discrimination in job hiring process

Hilke Schellmann, an investigative journalist and professor at New York University, is the author of the book, "The Algorithm." (Jennifer S. Altman, Igor Omilaev)

Data suggests by the end of the year, nearly 70% of businesses are expected to use AI for reviewing resumes, rejecting candidates or even conducting entire interviews.

On Thursday’s edition of “Closer Look,” we continued our two-part series looking at the benefits and the harm of using AI in the job hiring process.

Hilke Schellmann, an investigative journalist and professor at New York University, was a featured guest. She talked with show host Rose Scott about her book, “The Algorithm.” The book explores how AI has invaded the workplace, calling the evolving phenomenon, “the next civil rights issue of our time.”