Police Discontinue Expensive Gunshot Detection System in San Antonio

In a move towards responsible AI governance, the San Antonio Police Department has discontinued its use of the gunshot detection system, ShotSpotter, citing high costs and questionable accuracy. This decision underscores the importance of trustworthy AI models and safe and secure AI deployment, emphasizing the need for guardrails to prevent harm in AI applications.

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