AI's Location Tracking in Photos Raises Privacy Concerns

A student project called PIGEON has demonstrated the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in accurately geolocating photos, raising concerns among privacy experts. The project, developed by Stanford graduate students, used an AI algorithm to identify locations on Google Street View and was able to make accurate guesses about the locations of personal photos it had never seen before. While this technology has potential beneficial applications, such as identifying old snapshots or conducting surveys, experts worry about its potential misuse for government surveillance, corporate tracking, or stalking. The project highlights the growing power of AI in geolocation and raises concerns about privacy and the need for awareness when sharing photos online.