AI-Powered Patent Exposure Highlights Need for Responsible Surveillance: Huawei Uighur Detection
This AI incident raises concerns about AI governance and the potential misuse of technology. The patent in question, held by Huawei, appears to enable AI-powered detection of Uighurs, raising serious ethical and human rights issues. It's crucial to establish trustworthy AI guardrails for such applications. Ready to help shape responsible AI? JOIN US This AI incident maps to the Govern function in HISPI Project Cerebellum Trusted AI Model (TAIM).
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