Glossary

Explainability

What is Explainability?

Explainability (explainable AI, XAI) describes how well one can understand why an AI system reached a particular result. It covers methods that show which inputs influenced a decision most, as well as practical aids such as source references and logs. Explainability matters for trust, troubleshooting and regulation – for example when a bank has to justify why an application was declined.

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Algorithmic transparency

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AI Ethics

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