Google Halts Gemini AI Over Bias, Plans Fixes Before Relaunch
February 28, 2024
Alphabet Inc.'s CEO, Sundar Pichai, has recognized the production of biased and offensive images by Google's AI tool, Gemini, leading to its temporary suspension.
Google has faced criticism for Gemini AI's inaccuracies and 'woke' content, prompting a commitment to rectify these issues.
The company plans to relaunch the updated Gemini AI within weeks after comprehensive testing to address the biases and inaccuracies.
An apology has been issued by Google, emphasizing their dedication to making Gemini AI reflect prompts accurately and to earn user trust.
The incident with Gemini AI has cast a spotlight on the necessity for greater transparency and accountability in the AI sector of the tech industry.
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The Guardian • Feb 28, 2024
Google chief admits ‘biased’ AI tool’s photo diversity offended users
BBC News • Feb 28, 2024
Why Google's 'woke' AI problem won't be an easy fix
The Verge • Feb 28, 2024
Google CEO says Gemini AI diversity errors are ‘completely unacceptable’
BBC News • Feb 28, 2024
Why Google's 'woke' AI problem won't be an easy fix