Calgary Malls Deploy Facial Recognition Technology Without Consent: A Potential Breach of Privacy

June 1, 2018

Facial recognition technology (FRT) was reportedly implemented in some Calgary-area malls to approximate customer age and gender, raising privacy concerns. This AI incident highlights the importance of responsible AI governance and trustworthy practices. This AI incident maps to the Govern function in HISPI Project Cerebellum Trusted AI Model (TAIM). Ready to help shape responsible AI? JOIN US
Alleged deployer
cadillac-fairview
Alleged developer
unknown
Alleged harmed parties
chinook-centre-mall-goers, market-mall-goers

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