Mislabeling Incident: Google Photos Mistakenly Labels Black Couple as Gorillas - A Concern for Safe and Secure AI
June 3, 2015
In an incident that underscores the need for responsible AI governance, Google Photos image processing software labeled a black couple as 'gorillas.' This highlights the importance of trustworthy AI and the role Project Cerebellum plays in its development. 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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- black-people
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