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What is a notable risk associated with data extraction for AI systems as highlighted in the chapter?
What is a notable risk associated with data extraction for AI systems as highlighted in the chapter?
- Data extraction is regulated by government policies.
- Data is always extracted with full consent.
- Data extraction lacks consideration for ethical concerns. (correct)
- Data extraction enhances individual privacy.
How does the role of images like mug shots change when used in AI training datasets?
How does the role of images like mug shots change when used in AI training datasets?
- They become more personal and identify individuals.
- They retain their original context for analysis.
- They become raw data stripped of their social significance. (correct)
- They are used exclusively for law enforcement purposes.
What is a significant consequence of treating individuals as mere data points in AI systems?
What is a significant consequence of treating individuals as mere data points in AI systems?
- Recognition of the individuals' rights and histories.
- Improvement of personal data protection measures.
- Enhancement of AI algorithms without bias.
- Perpetuation of inequality and discrimination. (correct)
What does Crawford imply about the normalization of data extraction in the tech industry?
What does Crawford imply about the normalization of data extraction in the tech industry?
What aspect of AI training datasets does the chapter critique most prominently?
What aspect of AI training datasets does the chapter critique most prominently?
Which of the following statements best captures the theme of dehumanization in AI systems?
Which of the following statements best captures the theme of dehumanization in AI systems?
What transformation does Crawford describe in the meaning of images used in AI systems?
What transformation does Crawford describe in the meaning of images used in AI systems?
What is one potential harm mentioned regarding biased datasets in AI?
What is one potential harm mentioned regarding biased datasets in AI?
What historical practice is mentioned in relation to the use of mug shots in AI facial recognition algorithms?
What historical practice is mentioned in relation to the use of mug shots in AI facial recognition algorithms?
What does Crawford suggest is the primary guiding principle for collecting data in AI?
What does Crawford suggest is the primary guiding principle for collecting data in AI?
What is a significant concern regarding the data collection processes used in AI systems?
What is a significant concern regarding the data collection processes used in AI systems?
How is data described in the context of its commodification?
How is data described in the context of its commodification?
What are the implications of the commodification of data according to Crawford?
What are the implications of the commodification of data according to Crawford?
What example is given of datasets used in AI systems that may be collected without consent?
What example is given of datasets used in AI systems that may be collected without consent?
What is a criticism of how universities and tech companies handle ethical oversight in AI research?
What is a criticism of how universities and tech companies handle ethical oversight in AI research?
What impacts do marginalized groups face concerning data collection practices in AI?
What impacts do marginalized groups face concerning data collection practices in AI?
Study Notes
Data Extraction and Exploitation
- Data used in AI systems is often extracted without consent or context
- The NIST Special Database 32 contains mug shots of individuals for training AI systems, often without their consent
- This data dehumanizes the individuals because they are reduced to data points,
- Data extraction is common practice within the tech industry, with access to public information seen as a resource
The Shift from Image to Infrastructure
- The meaning of images used in AI systems changes; mug shots are no longer solely for identification but are used as the technical foundation for training AI to recognize faces
- This shift moves the focus from specific individuals to the underlying data used for technological advancement
Dehumanization through AI Training Datasets
- Individuals captured in datasets are stripped of their humanity and treated as technical resources
- The use of biased and incomplete datasets perpetuates inequality and discrimination, as evidenced by the use of mug shots in facial recognition algorithms
- The use of these datasets for AI training focuses on technical performance rather than the potential harm to individuals
Training Data: "There's No Data Like More Data"
- Large-scale data collection is essential for training AI systems, as companies like Google and Facebook collect massive amounts of user data
- This practice fuels a growing demand for data, with the belief that "more data is better" for AI accuracy
- While this data is used to improve AI performance, the bias and flaws in the data often go unaddressed
Lack of Consent and Ethical Oversight
- Many datasets used in AI systems were scraped from the internet without individual consent, such as those in FERET or ImageNet
- Ethical oversight in AI research is minimal, with universities and tech companies often bypassing ethical review processes
- This raises concerns about privacy and the ethical implications of using people's data without their consent
Data as Capital and Resource
- Data has been commodified and treated as a valuable resource, similar to natural resources like oil
- This "data as oil" metaphor reflects the exploitative nature of data collection, focused on accumulation rather than ethical use
- This commodification of data perpetuates inequality, as tech giants with access to massive datasets gain power and control over AI development
- Marginalized groups are disproportionately impacted by surveillance and the extraction of their data
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Explore the ethical implications of data extraction in AI systems, focusing on the use of personal images without consent. This quiz delves into the dehumanization caused by biased training datasets and the shift in how we perceive data in technological contexts.
