Microsoft requires you to submit a request to use facial recognition, which will make the use of the Azure Face API more ethical with a number of functionality limitations. Microsoft is writing a blog post The changes are intended to ensure responsible and comprehensive use. ZDNet wrote that the changes took effect on June 21.
New users must apply for access
Microsoft wrote in the blog that it is making the new changes to emphasize its commitment to the ethical use of AI. As part of Microsoft’s commitment, they are now tightening the use of facial recognition and requiring apps for users to access the Azure Face facial recognition tool. Those who already use the tool have access for another year, but they must apply to continue using the tool
Eliminates the features of gender and appearance
Admittedly, access control is not the only change in Microsoft. The company is also removing features from Azure Face AI to ensure that Ai is not tagged.
Among the missing traits is recognizing signs that say something about feelings or identity. AI no longer recognizes gender, age, smile, facial hair, hair and makeup.
Microsoft wrote in the blog that it has conducted evaluations with third parties to find strengths and weaknesses by making changes. They write that there are vague definitions of emotions, and that they also have a great deal to do with culture, religion, and demography. Thus, they will be able to ensure that no one is discriminated against as a result of Microsoft’s own artificial intelligence. The features will stop working on June 30, 2023 for those who were customers before Microsoft announced the changes on June 21.
Assessment tool to find strengths and weaknesses
In addition to restricting functionality and access to artificial intelligence, Microsoft has also created assessment tools that customers can use. These tools allow Microsoft customers to evaluate how AI models work against private customer data. In addition, Microsoft has added support for Fairlearn, an open source tool that will be able to identify unfair problems in technology developed where Microsoft AI is used.
The company also wrote one Long blog post on its new responsible standard for artificial intelligence. Here, Microsoft writes, among other things, that fairness, reliability, privacy and inclusion are among the most important points it has established when working with AI in the future. Consistency in everything is the transparency of everything they do.
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