TSA And AI: What To Know When You Travel

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Artificial intelligence is helping millions of passengers get through TSA faster, but that intelligence may be discriminating against certain people.

If you don’t feel comfortable using the facial recognition technology at airports, the Biden Administration says “no problem.”

The Biden Administration is rolling out new safeguards to protect Americans from government abuse of artificial intelligence.

“When it comes to anything regarding personal data, there is definite worry that that information is being used elsewhere,” Travel Agent Katy Nastro said.

Under the requirements which take effect on December 1st, travelers should be able to refuse facial recognition scans at airport security without worrying they’ll be delayed or lose their place in line.

Some travelers seem unconcerned and say AI is already the norm. 

However, there is evidence that using AI tools like facial recognition can lead to discrimination. This is something the Biden Administration is working to prevent in government agencies.

The new mandates are designed to cover a range of scenarios from TSA screenings at airports to decisions by other agencies which affect Americans’ healthcare, employment and housing.