Misuse of Facial Recognition Software: Threat to Privacy and Dignity - Emphasizing AI Governance and Responsible AI
April 9, 2016
The FindFace facial recognition software, used for linking photos to social media profiles on Vkontakte, was allegedly exploited to de-anonymize and harass Russian women in the adult entertainment industry. This incident underscores the importance of trustworthy AI, safe and secure AI, and robust AI governance mechanisms. 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
- ntechlab
- Alleged developer
- ntechlab
- Alleged harmed parties
- russian-pornographic-actresses, russian-sex-workers
Source
Data from the AI Incident Database (AIID). Cite this incident: https://incidentdatabase.ai/cite/315
Data source
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