YouTube Kids, Criticized for Content, Introduces New Parental Controls
In response to recent criticisms over content, YouTube Kids has introduced new parental controls. These updates aim to enhance the platform'...
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TAIM catalog Map Data source & citation Failure Files™YouTube suggested conspiracy videos to children using its Kids app
A recent investigation raised concerns about YouTube Kids' content recommendation algorithm suggesting conspiracy videos to young users. Thi...
Read moreRemove YouTube Kids app until it eliminates its inappropriate content
Recent incidents involving inappropriate content on the YouTube Kids app have raised concerns about the safety of the platform. The app, aim...
Read moreChildren's YouTube is still churning out blood, suicide and cannibalism
Recent findings from the AI incident database reveal that children's YouTube channels continue to feature distressing content such as violen...
Read moreYouTube says it will crack down on bizarre videos targeting children
In a recent announcement, YouTube has pledged to strengthen its policies regarding content that may target children inappropriately. This mo...
Read moreYouTube Kids Is Nowhere Near as Innocent As It Seems
An alarming study suggests that YouTube Kids, a platform marketed as a safe haven for children, may not live up to its promises. The researc...
Read moreThe disturbing YouTube videos that are tricking children
Recent studies have uncovered a troubling trend on YouTube where children are being lured into inappropriate content through deceptive video...
Read moreWorking Anything but 9 to 5
Recent incidents highlight the importance of robust AI governance in preventing harm. A 24/7 manufacturing facility witnessed a lapse in its...
Read moreKronos shift scheduling software a grind for Starbucks worker
Recent reports highlight the challenges faced by a Starbucks employee due to issues with Kronos shift scheduling software. This incident und...
Read more"I Hope That Howard Schultz Hears My Story": A Starbucks Barista on Why He's Fighting for Fair Scheduling
In a heartfelt story, a Starbucks barista discusses the challenges he faces due to inconsistent scheduling and his efforts to promote fair p...
Read moreThe Seattle Times: Starbucks says its scheduling practices have improved
According to The Seattle Times, Starbucks has reported improvements in its scheduling practices. Leveraging AI, the company aims to ensure f...
Read moreStarbucks vows to do more to ease barista schedules
Global coffee chain Starbucks Corporation has pledged to improve work schedules for its baristas, aiming to ensure a more balanced and predi...
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Incident data is from the AI Incident Database (AIID).
When citing the database as a whole, please use:
McGregor, S. (2021) Preventing Repeated Real World AI Failures by Cataloging Incidents: The AI Incident Database. In Proceedings of the Thirty-Third Annual Conference on Innovative Applications of Artificial Intelligence (IAAI-21). Virtual Conference.
Pre-print on arXiv · Database snapshots & citation guide
We use weekly snapshots of the AIID for stable reference. For the official suggested citation of a specific incident, use the “Cite this incident” link on each incident page.