🤖 Artificial Intelligence Policy

Table of Contents

1. Introduction & Purpose

StartTekk LLC and STAR Workforce Solutions integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) into our products. This policy explains how we develop, deploy, and govern AI systems, their limitations, and your responsibilities as a user.

2. AI-Powered Products & Risk Levels

3. Our AI Principles

Inspired by OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and Microsoft, we follow these core principles:

4. Known Limitations & Risks

4.1 Accuracy & Hallucinations

• AI may generate false information ("hallucinations") that appears plausible but is incorrect
• Accuracy varies by domain and input quality
• AI cannot reliably distinguish facts from fiction
• Outputs may contradict themselves or reality

4.2 Bias & Fairness

• AI systems may exhibit biases from training data
• Historical biases can perpetuate discrimination
• Performance may vary across demographic groups
• Cultural and linguistic biases may affect outputs

4.3 Context Understanding

• AI lacks true understanding of context or nuance
• May misinterpret sarcasm, humor, or cultural references
• Cannot grasp real-world implications
• Limited ability with highly specialized topics

4.4 Security & Privacy Risks

• AI systems may be vulnerable to adversarial attacks
• Potential for data leakage or memorization
• Risk of prompt injection or jailbreaking
• Possibility of generating harmful content if misused

5. No Guarantees or Warranties

We Do NOT Warrant:

• ❌ AI outputs will be accurate or error-free
• ❌ AI recommendations are suitable for your situation
• ❌ AI-generated content complies with laws
• ❌ AI systems will be available without interruption
• ❌ Security measures prevent all attacks

No Professional Advice

AI outputs do NOT constitute professional advice:

• ❌ Legal advice - Consult a licensed attorney
• ❌ Medical advice - Consult a healthcare provider
• ❌ Financial advice - Consult a financial advisor
• ❌ Tax advice - Consult a tax professional

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• We are NOT liable for damages from AI service use
• Users assume all risks with AI-generated content
• Not responsible for third-party actions based on AI outputs
• Liability limited to amount paid for the service

6. User Responsibilities

Verification & Validation

• ✅ ALWAYS verify AI outputs before relying on them
• ✅ Cross-reference with authoritative sources
• ✅ Consult qualified professionals for critical matters
• ✅ Test recommendations in controlled environments

Ethical Use

• ✅ Use AI in compliance with all laws
• ✅ Respect intellectual property rights
• ✅ Do not generate harmful or illegal content
• ✅ Be transparent when sharing AI content

Data Responsibility

• ✅ Ensure you have rights to input data
• ✅ Do not input sensitive information without authorization
• ✅ Comply with data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA)
• ✅ Obtain necessary consents

7. Prohibited Uses

Illegal Activities

• 🚫 Facilitating or promoting illegal activities
• 🚫 Violating intellectual property rights
• 🚫 Creating fraudulent or deceptive content
• 🚫 Evading legal obligations

Harmful Content

• 🚫 Promoting violence, hatred, or discrimination
• 🚫 Harming children or minors
• 🚫 Producing sexually explicit content
• 🚫 Promoting self-harm or suicide

Malicious Use

• 🚫 Creating malware or malicious code
• 🚫 Conducting cyberattacks
• 🚫 Generating phishing or scam content
• 🚫 Jailbreaking or manipulating AI systems

High-Risk Without Oversight

• 🚫 Medical diagnosis without physician oversight
• 🚫 Life-or-death scenarios without human supervision
• 🚫 Employment decisions without human review
• 🚫 Criminal justice without proper validation

8. Data Usage & Privacy

How We Use Data

• Service Provision: To provide requested AI services
• Quality Improvement: To improve accuracy (with consent)
• Security & Safety: To detect abuse and security threats
• Compliance: To comply with legal obligations

Third-Party AI Providers

We use AI services from reputable providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google). When you use our services:

• Your data may be processed by these providers
• Third-party providers have their own terms
• We select providers with strong privacy practices
• We do not sell your data

9. Contact Us