Facebook rolls out AI to detect suicidal posts before they’re reported

Published November 27, 2017

This is software to save lives. Facebook’s new “proactive detection” artificial intelligence technology will scan all posts for patterns of suicidal thoughts, and when necessary send mental health resources to the user at risk or their friends, or contact local first-responders. By using AI to flag worrisome posts, Facebook can decrease how long it takes to send help. Read More