Alleged Misuse of AI in Facial Recognition Search: New York Detective Uses Woody Harrelson's Image for Query
April 28, 2017
This incident highlights the importance of responsible AI usage. The NYPD detective's unconventional method of using Woody Harrelson's face to perform a facial recognition search, while leading to an arrest, raises concerns about trustworthy AI governance and harm prevention. This AI incident maps to the Govern function in HISPI Project Cerebellum Trusted AI Model (TAIM).JOIN US
- Alleged deployer
- new-york-police-department, facial-identification-section
- Alleged developer
- unknown
- Alleged harmed parties
- unknown
Source
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