The use of artificial intelligence (AI) and applications such as facial recognition technology (FRT) are on the rise.

Throughout the world, AI tools are being used to produce news articles; to generate images, footage, sounds and voices; to change and recreate the appearance of actors; and to create art in all its forms.

Meanwhile, facial recognition technology (FRT) – an application of AI – is being rolled out by police and private companies in countries across the world with serious implications for our fundamental rights.

And this isn’t a dystopian future. It’s happening here, and it’s happening now. Musicians have boycotted US event venues which are using FRT to scan attendees at events. In Ireland, the Government wants to legalise Garda use of facial recognition technology, something the Irish Council for Civil Liberties (ICCL) has been campaigning hard against. The chilling effect of this technology could also severely impact people’s ability to protest.

Further details may be found online at: https://www.activelink.ie/community-exchange/events/103370-human-rights-at-risk-ai-and-facial-recognition-tech-in-the-arts