Ethics & Society

Milwaukee Police Face Backlash Over Facial Recognition Deal
Computer Vision & Perception Milwaukee Police Face Backlash Over Facial Recognition Deal

In a move that has ignited fierce debate across the city, the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) and County Sheriff’s Office are considering a significant deal to acquire facial recognition technology (FRT) licenses from Biometrica Systems Inc., a Nevada-based software developer. This arrangement,

AI Misinformation Threatens Emergency Response Efforts
AI Technologies & Tools AI Misinformation Threatens Emergency Response Efforts

What happens when a devastating hurricane strikes, and social media is flooded with hyper-realistic videos of destruction that never occurred, creating chaos in critical moments? In times of crisis, where every decision can mean life or death, AI-generated misinformation poses a lethal threat.

UK Security Chiefs Urge Swift AI Regulation for DeepSeek Risks
AI Applications UK Security Chiefs Urge Swift AI Regulation for DeepSeek Risks

In a world where artificial intelligence is reshaping industries with unprecedented speed, a growing sense of unease is emerging among UK cybersecurity leaders over tools like DeepSeek, a Chinese AI platform initially celebrated for its potential to revolutionize business efficiency, but now at the

Is Facial Recognition at Airports Worth the Privacy Cost?
Computer Vision & Perception Is Facial Recognition at Airports Worth the Privacy Cost?

Imagine stepping into a bustling airport, rushing to catch a flight, and breezing through security with just a quick scan of your face—no fumbling for passports or enduring long queues. This is the promise of facial recognition technology, now operational in 15 major US airports through the TSA

Grok's AI Therapy Features Spark Ethical and Legal Concerns
Regulatory & Compliance Grok's AI Therapy Features Spark Ethical and Legal Concerns

In an era where technology increasingly intersects with personal well-being, the rise of AI-driven mental health tools has sparked both intrigue and alarm among experts and users alike, raising critical questions about their role in society. One such tool, developed by xAI, has recently come under

Deepfake Laws Enacted in Washington and Pennsylvania for 2025
Regulatory & Compliance Deepfake Laws Enacted in Washington and Pennsylvania for 2025

In a world where artificial intelligence can seamlessly fabricate videos and audio that appear startlingly authentic, the emergence of deepfakes—synthetic media crafted to mislead—has become a pressing concern across the United States. Washington State and Pennsylvania have taken decisive action

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