Tech companies pause, end AI facial recognition contracts with police

Tech giants like IBM, Amazon, and Microsoft are reevaluating their involvement in AI facial recognition due to privacy concerns, racial bias, and public pressure following incidents like the deaths of George Floyd and Brianna Taylor. IBM is exiting the market, while Amazon and Microsoft are pausing sales to law enforcement. Despite these actions, the facial recognition market remains lucrative, and companies may continue collaborations with police. EU regulations pose additional challenges. The video explores these dynamics and the ethical implications of AI facial recognition.

Which company has decided to completely exit the AI facial recognition business?

• Amazon

• Microsoft

• IBM

• Beauchamp

What is one of the main reasons tech companies are reconsidering their involvement in facial recognition technology?

• Technological limitations

• Lack of profitability

• Public pressure after police incidents

• Increased competition

What percentage of false matches in Amazon's recognition software were people of color, according to the ACLU?

• 40%

• 30%

• 50%

• 20%

By 2022, what is the projected valuation of the facial recognition market?

• $10 billion

• $12 billion

• $8 billion

• $5 billion

What is a significant challenge for AI facial recognition tools in Europe?

• High costs

• Lack of interest

• Technological advancement

• Data privacy laws