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People may trust computers more than advice from humans

Despite increasing concern over the intrusion of algorithms in daily life, people may be more willing to trust a computer program than their fellow humans, especially if a task becomes too challenging, according to new research from data scientists at the University of Georgia.

Vulcan Line Tool’s Zac Young from Auburn University won first place. Vulcan Line Tool’s Zac Young from Auburn University won first place.

UGA hosts fifth annual SEC Student Pitch Competition

Young entrepreneurs from 14 Southeastern Conference universities presented their startup ideas at the SEC’s first-ever virtual Student Pitch Competition, hosted Oct. 26 by the University of Georgia’s Entrepreneurship Program.