Microsoft Is Scrapping Some Bad A.I. Facial Recognition Tools

As an outspoken proponent to properly regulate facial recognition technology, MicrosoftMSFT announced it would get rid of its A.I. tools in this space. A.I. is still the most disputed part of technology and is becoming increasingly more commonplace as companies look to incorporate it across their platforms. Now, Microsoft is finally putting an end to its role in the potential for abuse that facial recognition technology has, which could lead to incidents of racial profiling. Following a two year review, and 27-page document, the tech giant wants to have tighter controls of its artificial intelligence products. CultureBanx reported that in the past Microsoft has asked governments around the world to regulate the use of facial recognition technology.