- When our faces become dataAs facial recognition gradually becomes more prevalent in digital applications, a research team comprising HEC Lausanne (Unil), HEIG-VD, and the Swiss startup Rayshaper SA has tackled these challenges by developing the FaceShield prototype. This solution aims to manage the use of facial images by artificial intelligence systems when they…
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When our faces become data
As facial recognition gradually becomes more prevalent in digital applications, a research team comprising HEC Lausanne (Unil), HEIG-VD, and the Swiss startup Rayshaper SA has tackled these challenges by developing the FaceShield prototype. This solution aims to manage the use of facial images by artificial intelligence systems when they circulate on digital platforms, and to…
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The Leadership Toolbox and the four channels of influence
Leadership and decision-making series: In a polarised world with geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and fast paced technological change, the leaders we choose, and the decisions we make, matter – whether we are consumers, employees or citizens. Understanding human behaviour is central to this. This series looks at academic research trying to unravel these issues. The best…
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High-precision models to anticipate climate extremes
Switzerland, like many countries, is becoming increasingly vulnerable to extreme rainfall as a result of climate change. Heavy precipitation events are occurring more frequently and are expected to intensify further as the climate warms, according to the Federal Office for Meteorology and Climatology (MeteoSwiss)1. Combined with the Alps’ steep terrain, these changes are likely to…