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116 incidents closest to “Aptiv Gen 7 smart camera” · matched on meaning · public reporting

WF-RCBADC22 Feb 2023

Tesla changed Sentry Mode after Dutch privacy investigation

Tesla's Sentry Mode security cameras recorded passersby without their consent, storing footage for long periods. The Dutch Data Protection Authority investigated and Tesla subsequently required owner approval and added headlight alerts. No fine was issued.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Sentry Mode

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Clearview AI tested facial recognition surveillance cameras with UFT and Rudin

Clearview AI, the facial recognition company that scraped billions of photos from social media, developed a surveillance camera system under the name Insight Camera. The system was tested by the United Federation of Teachers and Rudin Management in New York City. The UFT used it to identify individuals who had made threats and prevent them from entering its offices. Clearview did not respond to requests for comment.

Company involved
Clearview AI
AI system involved
Insight Camera

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WF-KXXONZ1 Jan 2020

Tesla Autopilot stops for phantom stop sign on digital billboard

Researchers at Ben-Gurion University demonstrated that Tesla's Autopilot could be tricked into stopping for a split-second phantom stop sign displayed on a digital billboard. The system falsely detected the depthless object and applied the brakes in the middle of the road. The researchers disclosed their findings to Tesla and Mobileye. No actual accident occurred during the test.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Tesla Autopilot

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Uttar Pradesh Police uses AI cameras to track women's distress

Uttar Pradesh Police, in collaboration with Staqu Technologies, deployed AI-powered cameras in Lucknow for surveillance of women in distress. Activists have criticised the system for invading privacy. The system is currently in use.

Company involved
Uttar Pradesh Police
AI system involved
Trinetra

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NHTSA investigates Tesla Autopilot over 11 crashes with first responder vehicles

The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation into Tesla's Autopilot system after identifying 11 crashes in which Tesla vehicles collided with first responder vehicles. In each incident, the vehicles were confirmed to have Autopilot or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control engaged. Most crashes occurred after dark and involved scene control measures such as lights, flares, and road cones. NHTSA will assess the system's ability to monitor driver engagement and handle emergency scenes.

Company involved
Tesla Inc.
AI system involved
Autopilot

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WF-FST9Z61 Apr 2018

ViaQuatro's facial recognition system in São Paulo metro challenged in court

In April 2018, ViaQuatro installed the Digital Interactive Doors System, developed by AdMobilize, on the São Paulo metro's yellow line. The system used cameras to detect passengers' faces and claimed to infer their emotion, age, and gender in order to target advertisements. The Brazilian Institute of Consumer Protection (IDEC) filed a public civil action alleging that the system violated consumer and data protection laws by processing biometric data without consent and making pseudoscientific and discriminatory inferences. A judge ordered the cameras removed in August 2018, and the case is pending a final ruling.

Company involved
ViaQuatro
AI system involved
Digital Interactive Doors System (DID system)

10 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-CQ2Y4G1 Jan 2019

Serbia's Ministry of Interior deploys thousands of Huawei facial recognition cameras in Belgrade

In early 2019, Serbia's Ministry of Interior announced the deployment of a thousand smart surveillance cameras with facial and license plate recognition capabilities, supplied by Huawei, across Belgrade. The Ministry refused to release information about the project, citing confidentiality, and failed to conduct a legally required Data Protection Impact Assessment. Citizens responded by crowdsourcing camera locations via the hashtag #hiljadekamera and a website. The system remains in operation with no public debate or transparency.

Company involved
Ministry of Interior
AI system involved
Huawei smart surveillance cameras

10 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-HYZ75T7 Dec 2017

Motorcyclist sues General Motors after self-driving Chevrolet Bolt crash in San Francisco

On 7 December 2017, a self-driving Chevrolet Bolt operated by GM's Cruise subsidiary aborted a lane change and re-entered its lane on Oak Street in San Francisco, striking motorcyclist Oscar Nilsson and knocking him to the ground. Nilsson sued General Motors, claiming neck and shoulder injuries requiring lengthy treatment and resulting in disability leave. The San Francisco Police Department's report blamed Nilsson for passing on the right, but his lawyer disputed this, and GM denied responsibility while emphasising safety.

Company involved
General Motors
AI system involved
Chevrolet Bolt autonomous vehicle

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WF-J5IU7Z3 Dec 2024

FTC settles with IntelliVision over deceptive facial recognition claims

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) took action against IntelliVision Technologies Corp. for making false, misleading, or unsubstantiated claims about its AI-powered facial recognition software. The company allegedly claimed its software had one of the highest accuracy rates on the market and was free of gender or racial bias, without supporting evidence. The FTC also alleged that IntelliVision did not train its software on millions of faces as claimed, but on images of approximately 100,000 individuals. Under a proposed consent order, IntelliVision is prohibited from making such misrepresentations without competent and reliable testing.

Company involved
IntelliVision Technologies Corp.
AI system involved
IntelliVision facial recognition software

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Cruise alleged to rely on human operators for autonomous driving

A New York Times article alleged that Cruise's autonomous vehicles rely on human operators to achieve autonomous driving, with 1.5 workers per vehicle intervening every 2.5 to five miles. Cruise CEO Kyle Vogt responded on Hacker News, stating that remote assistance is used 2-4% of the time and that many sessions are resolved by the vehicle itself. The company declined an interview request from the NYT.

Company involved
Cruise
AI system involved
Cruise AV

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Drivers criticise new AI speed cameras for invading privacy

UK drivers are unhappy with new AI speed cameras that detect mobile phone use and seatbelt violations. The cameras, being piloted by National Highways and police forces, send images to police for action. Many drivers see them as an invasion of privacy, although some acknowledge safety benefits.

Company involved
National Highways

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Seoul Metropolitan Government rolls out AI CCTV cameras to prevent suicides

The Seoul Metropolitan Government has rolled out AI-enabled CCTV cameras on Han River bridges to identify people at risk of suicide. The system uses deep learning to analyse behavioural patterns and alerts rescue teams. Experts and Privacy International have raised concerns that it is invasive and could be misused because it captures biometric data without explicit consent. The article also considers whether such technology could be implemented in India.

Company involved
Seoul Metropolitan Government

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Study finds driverless car AI worse at detecting darker-skinned pedestrians

A study by researchers from Georgia Tech found that facial recognition systems used in autonomous cars are up to 12% less accurate at detecting pedestrians with darker skin tones. The bias stems from a lack of diverse training data in the BDD100K database. The researchers warn that this could lead to higher accident rates for people with darker skin if not addressed.

AI system involved
BDD100K

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WF-K5NHEN24 Nov 2022

Tesla's Full Self-Driving involved in fatal Bay Bridge crash

On Thanksgiving 2022, a Tesla vehicle using its Full Self-Driving feature was involved in a fatal accident on the San Francisco Bay Bridge. Footage published by The Intercept showed the system braking abruptly. The incident highlights safety concerns with autonomous driving technology.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Full Self-Driving

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Driver relying on "smart driving" on highway crashes after system suddenly disengages near truck

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A driver was using a smart driving system on an expressway. As the vehicle approached a large truck, the system unexpectedly disengaged, leading to a crash.

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WF-PQKZOM1 Jan 2016

Vumacam's AI CCTV system flagged 28 black people as suspicious in Johannesburg suburbs

In Johannesburg suburbs, Vumacam's AI-powered CCTV network using iSentry software flagged 28 black individuals as 'suspicious' in a shift report, according to a 2019 article. The system, deployed by private security firms, uses video analytics to detect abnormal behavior and alerts security guards. The article alleges that the system disproportionately targets people of color, reflecting racial bias in a racially divided country.

Company involved
Vumacam
AI system involved
iSentry

6 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-9XSD5E23 Jan 2026

Waymo self-driving car hits child near Santa Monica school, US opens probe

A Waymo autonomous vehicle struck a child crossing the street near an elementary school in Santa Monica, California, on 23 January 2026, during school drop-off hours. The child sustained minor injuries. The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have opened investigations into the incident. Waymo stated that the child emerged suddenly from behind a double-parked SUV and that the vehicle braked, reducing speed from 17 mph to under 6 mph before contact, and that a computer model suggested a human driver would have also hit the child.

Company involved
Waymo
AI system involved
Waymo

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WF-MGXNBF1 Sep 2025

Waymo robotaxi investigated for failing to stop for school bus in Atlanta

An autonomous Waymo vehicle in Atlanta, Georgia, passed a stopped school bus with its stop arm and flashing red lights deployed, driving near students who were getting off the bus. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating how Waymo's automated driving system performs around stopped school buses. No injuries were reported. Waymo said the bus had partially blocked the vehicle's exit, obscuring the bus's signals, and that it has since updated its software.

Company involved
Waymo
AI system involved
Waymo automated driving system

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WF-RV9WY55 Dec 2025

Hello robotaxi crash injures pedestrians in Zhuzhou, China

A Hello Inc. robotaxi struck and injured two pedestrians in Zhuzhou, China, on or around December 5, 2025. Footage showed bystanders and police lifting the vehicle to free a person trapped underneath. Hello has suspended autonomous-driving operations in Zhuzhou. Local police have not yet determined fault, and Hello has not commented. The crash follows a prior incident where a Hello robotaxi allegedly failed to stop after a collision.

Company involved
Hello Inc.
AI system involved
Hello Autonomous Driving

3 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-DXNU9O1 Aug 2025

Zoox recalls 332 robotaxis after self-driving cars veer into oncoming traffic

Zoox, Amazon's self-driving car company, recalled 332 robotaxis after they were found veering into oncoming traffic near intersections. The issue was first noticed in August 2025 when a car took a wide right turn crossing the center line. Zoox said no crashes or injuries occurred and fixed the problem with a software update. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration confirmed the recall and is in ongoing discussions with Zoox.

Company involved
Zoox
AI system involved
Zoox robotaxis

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WF-4NBY2U13 May 2024

NHTSA investigation PE24016: Unexpected ADS behavior

Waymo's automated driving system exhibited unexpected behavior during driving.

Company involved
Waymo

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WF-BOY9DE1 Dec 2023

San Jose is training AI to spot homeless encampments in first US pilot

San Jose has been running a pilot in which cameras on a municipal vehicle feed computer vision software being trained to detect lived-in vehicles and homeless encampments in District 10. The scheme, believed to be the first of its kind in the US, has prompted concern among housing advocates that it could be used to punish and displace unhoused residents. The city says the aim is to respond more efficiently to complaints about encampments and that the footage is not being actively monitored for law enforcement.

Company involved
City of San Jose

10 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-AN9JEM11 Jun 2018

Cruise Self-Driving Car Rear-Ended by Human-Driven Cruise Vehicle in San Francisco

On 11 June 2018, a self-driving Cruise Chevrolet Bolt was rear-ended by another Cruise vehicle driven by a human employee on Bryant Street in San Francisco. The collision caused only minor scuffs and no injuries. Cruise reported the incident to the California DMV as required. The incident highlights the challenges of autonomous vehicles interacting with human drivers.

Company involved
Cruise

2 source articles · read the reporting →

AI-powered tram crashes into pedestrians in St Petersburg test run

An AI-powered 'Smart Tram' on a test run in St Petersburg, Russia, crashed into pedestrians after its AI system turned off and brakes failed. The driver, who was present, attempted to use emergency brakes but they did not fully work. Several people were injured, including a 45-year-old woman trapped under the tram. The city authorities have launched an investigation and a criminal case has been opened.

Company involved
St Petersburg city authorities
AI system involved
Smart Tram

1 source article · read the reporting →

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