BIAS IN AI: UK Passport Photo Checker Shows Discrimination Against Dark-Skinned Women - Highlighting the Need for Trustworthy AI
The UK passport photo checker has been found to exhibit bias towards dark-skinned women, raising serious concerns about AI fairness and accountability. This AI incident maps to the Govern function in HISPI Project Cerebellum Trusted AI Model (TAIM). To help us drive responsible AI governance and foster a safe and secure future for all, join us.JOIN US
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Data from the AI Incident Database (AIID). Cite this incident: https://incidentdatabase.ai/cite/87
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