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Know Your Client, or KYC, is not a new thing, but introducing modern AI technology to it still is. While simple KYC measures, like email and phone number verification, are fairly effective, they won't stop malicious users who are out to exploit your service. This is where complex KYC comes in: from ID detection to liveness checks, smart KYC protects your user base from...

This article investigates the inherent biases in facial recognition technology, focusing on how data, algorithmic, and societal biases contribute to inaccuracies, particularly against people of colour. It examines historical advancements, current uses, and the ethical dilemmas posed by these technologies, especially in law enforcement. The piece also explores high-profile cases of misidentification and discusses potential solutions, including legal reforms, technological improvements, and the importance...