Creepy AI scans a driver’s face and voice to monitor mood and distraction level

You’re being watched.

No, not on Facebook, but in your car. Or at least you could be, with a new artificial intelligence system that tracks drivers’ emotions, energy, and distraction levels.

On Wednesdasy, Affectiva, a MIT Media Lab emotional recognition software startup, launched its emotional AI software — which means that car manufacturers can include its facial- and voice-tracking tech in future cars.

The company says the system could help prevent drowsy and distracted driving accidents, but it’s also just next-level creepy.  Read more…

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