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.

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