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Amazon has announced a one-year ban on law enforcement's use of its facial recognition technology, urging Congress to establish regulations. Microsoft and IBM also support new regulations. Meanwhile, Apple has launched a $100 million initiative to promote racial equality, focusing on education and economic equality, and will collaborate with historically black colleges and universities.

What is the primary reason Amazon has paused the use of its facial recognition technology by law enforcement?

• To improve the technology's accuracy

• To allow Congress to create ethical guidelines

• To focus on other technological developments

• To reduce operational costs

Which companies, besides Amazon, are advocating for government regulations on facial recognition technology?

• Tesla and SpaceX

• Netflix and Hulu

• Microsoft and IBM

• Google and Facebook

What is the main focus of Apple's Racial Equity and Justice Initiative?

• Expanding global market reach

• Promoting racial equality through education and economic reform

• Enhancing product design

• Developing new technology

Who is Apple planning to collaborate with as part of their initiative to promote racial equality?

• International universities

• Government agencies

• Historically black colleges and universities

• Tech startups

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