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Amazon-Powered AI Cameras Used to Detect Emotions of Unwitting UK Train Passengers

Network Rail did not answer questions about the trials sent by WIRED, including questions about the current status of AI usage, emotion detection, and privacy concerns.“We take the security of the rail network extremely seriously and use a…

London Underground Is Testing Real-Time AI Surveillance Tools to Spot Crime

Henry Griffiths

In response to WIRED's Freedom of Information request, the TfL says it used existing CCTV images, AI algorithms, and “numerous detection models” to detect patterns of behavior. “By providing station staff with insights and notifications on…

Royal Mail strikers sacked for saying ‘scab’ on social media in ‘attempt to remove…

Henry Griffiths

Striking Royal Mail workers have allegedly been suspended or even dismissed for using the word “scab” on social media, a union claims. According to the Communication Workers Union, more than 150 of its members at the postal…

Thousands of London Underground drivers to strike on Budget day next month

Henry Griffiths

Thousands of London Underground drivers are set to strike on the day Jeremy Hunt announces his Budget next month. Millions will be hit by travel chaos on March 15 after trade union Aslef has announced a walkout. It comes after 99% of…