Checkr wants AI government contracts for welfare and benefits verification

Identity verification startup Checkr ($5.7B valuation) is pursuing government contracts to verify eligibility for Medicare, Social Security, and other benefits programs. CEO Daniel Yanisse said a frictionless AI-powered government assistance system may be "just years away." AI and safety experts warned of significant legal and technical hurdles for automating benefit systems. Previous government attempts to use AI for welfare eligibility have faced criticism and legal challenges over accuracy and fairness.

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