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What is Human-Centered AI?

Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) is an approach to AI that prioritizes human needs, values, and well-being throughout the development and deployment of AI systems. HAI prioritizes collaboration between humans and machines, ensuring that technology is developed with empathy, ethics, and user experience in mind. HAI integrates insights from fields like computer science, psychology, ethics, and design to build systems that are trustworthy, inclusive, and aligned with societal goals.

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