AI-enabled facial recognition technology (FRT) is becoming increasingly common in public spaces, from airport screenings to law enforcement. Its adoption in schools, however, raises questions of ethics and privacy. Proponents argue that FRT can bolster security in schools, but critics warn of possible risks, including racial bias and the potential to normalize surveillance at … [Read more...] about Should AI Facial Recognition Be Used in Schools?
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The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Facial Recognition Technology
The scope of security has changed with the advent of technology. There was a time when a couple of guards standing outside the building room would have sufficed. But in today's time, we all know that a 16-year-old kid hacker with a laptop and wifi is more dangerous and can do more damage than a six-foot-four marine. Hence, modern times call for modern security measures. In … [Read more...] about The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Facial Recognition Technology
How Much Does a Facial Recognition System Cost
With the help of a facial recognition system, federal agents could capture a man suspected of abuse. The tool detected him in the background of someone else's photo at the gym, in the mirror. So, the agents were able to get to that gym, ask about the man, and eventually capture him. This real-life story, and many others, encourage businesses to benefit from AI services and … [Read more...] about How Much Does a Facial Recognition System Cost
AI Tracking Invasive Plant Species in the UK
From iguanas and pythons in the Everglades to Japanese knotweed and Asian hornets a little closer to home, invasive species are cropping up in places where they're not welcome. These non-native plants and animals can be devastating for ecosystems. They throw things out of balance, and in many cases, have no natural predators so their populations can grow unchecked. Invasive … [Read more...] about AI Tracking Invasive Plant Species in the UK
Machine Learning-based Anti-spoofing Methods To Improve Facial Recognition Software
Facial-recognition spoofing emerged to combat accurate identification from facial recognition software. For example, Business Insider reported that in 2018 Chinese children started using a photo of a sleeping parent to bypass age and time-limit restrictions for playing popular video games online. Photos of many people are found on social media. It is sometimes possible to fool … [Read more...] about Machine Learning-based Anti-spoofing Methods To Improve Facial Recognition Software
