In a move that could pose challenges for lenders that employ AI and algorithms to evaluate borrowers, federal housing officials are moving to rescind policies to protect lenders and other businesses from claims of inadvertent discrimination.
Source: Inman News
Lenders who rely on AI, algorithms could face new legal risks
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