Google's Face Grouping Feature Allegedly Violates User Privacy under BIPA

May 1, 2015

This AI incident highlights the importance of transparent data practices in AI governance. A class-action lawsuit accuses Google of failing to provide notice, obtain consent, or publish retention policies for its face-grouping feature in Google Photos, which allegedly violated the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). Ready to help shape responsible AI? JOIN US This AI incident maps to the Govern function in HISPI Project Cerebellum Trusted AI Model (TAIM).
Alleged deployer
google
Alleged developer
google
Alleged harmed parties
google-photos-users-residing-in-illinois, google-photos-users, illinois-residents

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