Meta's Llama 4 AI model is taking a unique approach to addressing bias. Unlike most research that highlights AI systems discriminating against minorities based on race, gender, and nationality, Meta is focusing on the model's left-leaning political bias. According to the company, this bias stems from the types of training data available on the internet.
Meta notes that all leading large language models have historically leaned left on debated political and social topics. To address this, the company aims to present "both sides" in its AI model, similar to Elon Musk's Grok. This approach has sparked interest and debate about AI bias and how it should be handled.
By acknowledging and attempting to mitigate its AI's left-leaning bias, Meta is taking a step towards creating a more balanced and neutral AI model. The company's efforts highlight the complexities of addressing bias in AI systems and the importance of considering multiple perspectives.