The UK will scan asylum-seekers’ faces for age checks—despite knowing the tech is flawed
The UK government plans to implement facial age estimation technology to verify the age of asylum seekers at its borders. Critics and internal reports warn that the technology is flawed and could lead to children being incorrectly detained in adult facilities.
Why it matters
The use of unproven AI in high-stakes immigration decisions raises significant ethical and human rights concerns regarding the treatment of vulnerable populations.
Cognitec bias The UK will scan asylum-seekers’ faces for age checks—despite knowing the tech is flawed Tests of age-verification technology show the risks of life-altering errors.
The framing emphasizes the risks and potential for human rights violations associated with the government's policy.
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