The Rise of "Computer Cops": Policing in the Age of Automation The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Technology Conference, held this May in Fort Worth, Texas, showcased the latest innovations in law enforcement technology.
Amidst the displays and pitches from vendors, a worrying trend emerged: the increasing reliance on artificial intelligence to guide police decision making.
The promise of AI is seductive – automating routine tasks, reducing errors, and freeing up officers to focus on more complex problems.