Last Week in AI #103 - Age Checks, Theft Prevention, Minecraft, Autism, Responsible AI
Jul 6, 2022
Instagram is testing an AI-driven age verification tool that scans faces for safety. Retailers like Bunnings are using facial recognition tech to prevent theft. Meanwhile, autonomous vehicles are taking off with Cruise's driverless taxis hitting the streets. AI also plays a role in tax assistance and vehicle inspections. A fascinating study uses AI to detect autistic speech patterns in multiple languages. Lastly, ethical AI practices are under discussion, with moves to eliminate certain facial analysis tools to prioritize responsibility.
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Instagram Age Verification
- Instagram now uses AI to estimate users' age by scanning their faces.
- This is in response to scrutiny regarding child safety and privacy concerns.
Facial Recognition for Theft Prevention
- Australian stores like Bunnings, Kmart, and The Good Guys use facial recognition to prevent theft.
- They display warning signs, but the practice still raises ethical questions.
Cruise RoboTaxi
- Cruise became the first company to offer paid driverless taxi rides in a major US city.
- The service operates in San Francisco between 10 pm and 6 am on specific streets.
