Lie-detecting computers equipped with artificial intelligence could be future of border security

International travelers could soon be greeted by AI powered lie-detecting robot kiosks before crossing borders. The system, known as the Automated Virtual Agent for Truth Assessment in Real Time, was tested at the U.S.-Mexico border on travelers deemed a low risk six years ago. Since then, it has been tested at the Canadian Border Services Agency and the European Union, and it is hoped this can soon help agents screen for criminals and even potential terrorists. The system, known as the Automated Virtual Agent for Truth Assessment in Real Time, has been tested by Canada, the U.S., and the European Union and it's hoped this can soon help agents screen for criminals and even potential terrorists The robot uses eye-detection software along with an array of sensors to pick up on the physiological signs that indicate a person is lying, and once it becomes suspicious, it can flag the passenger for further inspection. Donald Trump requested $223 million from Homeland Security for 2019 for'high-priority infrastructure, border security technology improvements,' as in addition to $210.5 million for hiring new border agents.