AI is creepy, I think most people agree. And it's beginnings include the pirating of countless copyrighted material to train AI models - which is a crime - so is it a surprise that AI has become Big Brother? Looking in on our lives and movements, then reporting back when we make what's perceived as a misstep?

This week we are diving into AI policing, facial recognition, and AI scams.

Let's get into it!

In this episode we cover

NAACP defines predictive policing, warns of problems and prejudices and offers suggestions
Facial recognition is already here - and might be changing the prices of your groceries
Colorado is taking a different approach to AI - and their experiment means more transparency and guardrails
AI scams are everywhere and we cover the top ones
Real-life stories of when AI gets it wrong

What to Read/Watch/Listen to NEXT

Artificial Intelligence Predictive Policing Issue Brief, NAACP (please donate to this human-first organization!)

Surveillance and Predictive Policing through AI, Deloitte

Facial recognition in Colorado, State of Surveillance.org

AI Scams Even Brilliant People May Fall For, AI for Beginners

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