Is it really you?

30.11.2023 - 21.01.2024

The light in this giant mask gives you an impression of how facial recognition software might work: it measures the size and connection between your eyes, mouth, nose and ears. And there it is, a match in the database. But every now and then you’ll notice a glitch in the artwork – this process isn’t as flawless as one might think, argues MAST. The result? Unlawful arrests, or even mishaps with criminals. With this artwork, the artists want to raise questions about whether algorithms are free of prejudices like racism or sexism. Is AI objective? For now, that might be an illusion...

Studio MAST @ Lights Festival, Amsterdam

The Netherlands

https://amsterdamlightfestival.com/en/artworks/is-it-really-you