Backlash to retail use of facial recognition grows after Michigan teen unfairly kicked out of skating rinkApple, Macy's, Albertsons, Lowes and Ace Hardware all use facial recognition software in their stores.July 15, 2021 by Jonathan Greig in AI & Robotics
NIST calls for help in developing framework managing risks of AINIST noted that the request for input comes after Congress and the White House asked the organization to create a framework for responsible AI use.July 31, 2021 by Jonathan Greig in AI & Robotics
AWS, Microsoft participated in Databricks' $1.6 billion round of fundingThe company revealed the major backers behind their latest round of funding.September 9, 2021 by Jonathan Greig in AI & Robotics
Juniper announces new IoT service for onboarding and securing devicesJuniper also unveiled new 6 GHz access points that leverage Mist AI.November 2, 2021 by Jonathan Greig in AI & Robotics
C3 AI renews five-year deal with Shell to provide AI and machine learning servicesC3 AI will expand its offerings to Shell and help with reliability, asset integrity, and process optimization.June 1, 2021 by Jonathan Greig in AI & Robotics
One year after Amazon, Microsoft and IBM ended facial recognition sales to police, smaller players fill voidDozens of smaller facial recognition companies have taken over for Amazon, IBM and Microsoft in providing police departments with tools.May 26, 2021 by Jonathan Greig in AI & Robotics
Lemonade Insurance faces backlash for claiming AI system could automatically deny claimsDigital insurance company Lemonade caused controversy after boasting about how its AI system was boosting profits by denying claims.May 27, 2021 by Jonathan Greig in AI & Robotics
Adobe announces partnership with Smithsonian for AR ocean exhibitUsing Adobe Aero, the Smithsonian and Hydrous have created an augmented reality version of an exhibit focused on the diversity of the ocean.October 26, 2021 by Jonathan Greig in AI & Robotics
Linux Foundation partners with Microsoft and Target to create standards for voice technologyThe Open Voice Network will look to protect the voices behind the technology and establish trust with consumers.June 22, 2021 by Jonathan Greig in AI & Robotics
King County ban on police use of facial recognition software spotlights local movements across USAs federal legislation on law enforcement's use of facial recognition software stalls, dozens of cities and counties are taking measures into their own hands.June 4, 2021 by Jonathan Greig in AI & Robotics