AI Cameras: The New Weapon in Enforcing Traffic Laws

To achieve Vision Zero, the ambitious goal of eliminating all traffic fatalities and severe injuries, several US cities are employing AI-powered cameras to improve driver compliance with traffic laws. Companies like Stop for Kids and Obvio.ai have developed AI systems that automatically detect violations such as running red lights, speeding, and failure to yield, issuing citations automatically. Stop for Kids saw remarkable success in a pilot program, reducing violations by over 90%. However, privacy concerns remain. Obvio.ai uses human review, balancing safety with privacy protection. These AI systems aim to improve road safety through technology, with the ultimate goal of making themselves obsolete by achieving zero traffic accidents.