Cotino, Lorenzo y Jorge Castellanos, eds. 2023. Algoritmos abiertos y que no discriminen en el sector público. Valencia: Tirant lo Blanch. 292 p.

Abstract

The book "Open and Non-Discriminatory Algorithms in the Public Sector", edited by Lorenzo Cotino Hueso and Jorge Castellanos Claramunt, examines the ethical, legal, and social challenges posed by artificial intelligence (AI) in public administration. The work addresses risks such as opacity, algorithmic biases, and automated decisions that may infringe upon fundamental rights. Through an interdisciplinary approach, it proposes solutions such as algorithmic impact assessments, periodic audits, human oversight, and public registries to ensure transparency and accountability. It highlights international regulations like the EU AI Regulation and practical models such as Canada’s, applicable to Spain. The chapters also analyze specific sectors like justice and healthcare, as well as practical cases like the Barcelona City Council. The book provides tools to design responsible AI systems that respect human rights, promoting ethical and effective algorithmic governance.