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Argentina’s AI Crime Prediction Plan Raises Human Rights Concerns

Argentina’s government, led by President Javier Milei, has created the Artificial Intelligence Applied to Security Unit to predict future crimes using AI. The unit will analyze historical crime data, employ facial recognition, and monitor social media to anticipate criminal activity. Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International, have raised concerns about potential violations of privacy and freedom of expression. Critics warn that certain societal groups may face disproportionate scrutiny, echoing fears of state repression reminiscent of Argentina’s dictatorial past.

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Meta is sued in Argentina for using data from WhatsApp to train its AI

Two data protection lawyers filed a complaint against Meta, accusing the company of misusing personal data from WhatsApp and other platforms to train AI systems without user consent. The complaint was filed with the Argetine data protection authority and calls for detailed explanations on Meta’s data practices, privacy policy updates, and compliance with local laws. The case underscores Argentina’s outdated data protection laws and reflects growing global scrutiny of AI practices, similar to recent actions taken in Brazil and Europe.

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