Posted on 12/09/2025 4:29:04 PM PST by devane617
The natural hair movement entered the mainstream during the civil rights movement. It became even more accepted in the 2000s when social media helped drive a resurgence.
But when it comes to nascent technologies like artificial intelligence, there isn't enough training data to create accurate representations of Black hair. In Atlanta, a Spelman College researcher is working to change that.
(Excerpt) Read more at cbsnews.com ...
“Spelman scholar using data to improve how AI represents Black women’s hairstyles”
FINALLY! ... AI ignorance of black women’s hairstyles has been the main factor in preventing AI’s uptake in countless industries ...
Of all the issues facing this country....this one has to be at the bottom.
Garbage in, garbage out.
Big Brother virtual.
Just another brainwashing tool.
But how will AI represent a weave pulled out and laying on the floor at the Waffle House? That will be the ultimate test of AI.
Thank goodness! I’ve had many sleepless nights over this.
Did Big Mike weigh in on this?
I'm so relieved!
I was terrified that the Number One Crisis Western Civilization is facing would go unaddressed!
I am still concerned that Blanca Burch will not receive the tens of millions in financing she will need to make AI black women's hair bounce realistically.
I will be counting the days until the study is completed.
Its not the hairstyle, its the attitude and culture that comes with it. I bet an Amish girl with same hairstyle would be warmly welcomed in more workplaces.
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