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crime2 years ago

Forbes' AI Facial Recognition Push Leads to DHS Identifying 311 New Child Sexual Exploitation Victims

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has identified 311 new child sexual exploitation victims using sophisticated investigative techniques, following a report that revealed the use of facial recognition technology by the agency. Operation Renewed Hope, the first of its kind in the United States, has resulted in the rescue of several victims and the identification of adult abusers. While federal officials did not confirm the use of Clearview AI or any specific programs, they acknowledged the use of advanced investigative techniques to compare online leads with records of unidentified children and offenders. The operation has led to arrests in the US and Canada, with over 100 probable identities and locations of abused children sent to domestic Homeland Security field offices and 25 partnering countries.

via Forbes|
#child-sexual-exploitation#clearview-ai#crime
crime-and-justice2 years ago

DHS Uncovers 311 Child Exploitation Victims Using AI Facial Recognition

Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) led a three-week operation called Operation Renewed Hope, in collaboration with international law enforcement organizations, to identify and locate victims of child sexual exploitation. Using facial recognition and artificial intelligence technology, investigators made probable identifications of 311 child victims and rescued several victims from active abuse. The operation sent leads to local law enforcement agencies, resulting in arrests in Canada and the United States. The success of the operation exceeded expectations, providing fresh leads in previously unsolved cases. HSI handles over 60% of child sex abuse material cases in the U.S. and has identified or rescued 1,170 child victims in fiscal year 2022.

via NBC News|
#artificial-intelligence#child-sexual-exploitation#crime-and-justice