AI System to Combat Online Abuse During the 2024 Summer Olympics
AI algorithm aims to neutralize online abuse during the 2024 Summer Olympics by scanning social media posts for abusive content, protecting athletes from cyberbullying and threats. The system utilizes advanced AI technology to detect abusive comments in multiple languages and flag them for human review and intervention.
Key Points
- AI system known as Threat Matrix will scan social media posts in over 35 languages during the 2024 Summer Olympics
- Human reviewers will provide critical triage for flagged abusive comments
- Efforts aim to protect athletes from the harmful effects of online abuse and cyberbullying
Pros
- Utilizes AI technology to scan social media posts for abusive content
- Protects athletes' mental health and performance by addressing cyberbullying and online threats
- Can detect abusive comments in multiple languages
Cons
- Challenges in moderating emotional abuse that is not tied to specific backgrounds
- AI technology alone cannot solve societal problems related to online abuse