AI Is Scarily Good at Guessing the Location of Random Photos

Dec 31, 2023 ·

AI is increasingly being used to identify the locations of photos, even when those photos are taken from completely random places. This technology is based on a deep learning system that can analyze images with high accuracy and then predicts the coordinates of the photo's location with impressive precision.

Recently, researchers at Stanford University tested this technology by gathering 1.2 million images from all over the world, and then tested the AI's accuracy in predicting the coordinates of each image. The results were remarkable – the AI was able to accurately guess the coordinates of each photo within 2.8 kilometers.

The implications of this technology are far-reaching. Governments could use this technology for surveillance purposes, tracking the movement of citizens or monitoring people who may pose a threat. Companies could also use it to track their customers' online activities and build detailed profiles of them.

Furthermore, this technology has the potential to help with disaster relief efforts. For example, if an area is affected by floods or earthquakes, the AI could be used to quickly and accurately locate and identify areas that need aid.

Overall, AI is becoming more and more capable of recognizing and understanding visual information. As the technology advances, so too will its applications in terms of both protective and invasive uses. It is up to us to ensure that these technologies are used responsibly and ethically.