Facial Recognition Technology
Coverage of Facial Recognition Technology in the Nexus archive.
- US-Iran talks in Switzerland canceled. And, DHS to give police facial recognition app
The U.S.-Iran talks scheduled to take place in Switzerland have been canceled. The Department of Homeland Security plans to provide local police with access to ICE's facial recognition technology.
- US-Iran talks in Switzerland canceled. And, DHS to give police facial recognition app
The U.S.-Iran talks scheduled to take place in Switzerland have been canceled. The Department of Homeland Security plans to provide local police with access to ICE's facial recognition technology.
- Some local police have access to an ICE facial recognition app
The Department of Homeland Security plans to provide local police with facial recognition technology used by ICE, expanding federal immigration surveillance. The technology is currently utilized by ICE agents, and the move aims to extend its use to local law enforcement.
- Portland man sentenced to 30 months in prison for throwing rock at ICE officer during protest
A Portland man was sentenced to 30 months in prison for throwing a rock at an ICE officer during a protest. FBI investigators identified Robert Jacob Hoopes using facial recognition technology.
- How the US embassy’s mega bash became the hottest ticket in Brussels
The U.S. embassy in Brussels is hosting a large celebration to mark 250 years of U.S. independence, featuring fireworks, facial recognition technology, and an invite list of up to 8,000. The event has drawn criticism from European politicians and activists over its timing amid U.S.-EU tensions and environmental concerns.
- Florida man blames wrongful arrest on "error-prone" AI facial recognition
A Florida man was wrongfully arrested due to an error-prone AI facial recognition system. This incident is among more than a dozen recent cases linked to the technology.
- Law enforcement relied too heavily on AI, falsely arrested a suspect, ACLU argues
A Fort Myers man was falsely arrested by Jacksonville Beach law enforcement after an AI facial recognition program incorrectly identified him as a suspect in a 2023 child luring case. The ACLU of Florida is suing on his behalf, alleging the arrest violated his Fourth Amendment rights and that overreliance on the technology caused lasting harm.
- Amazon sued over Ring facial recognition technology
A Virginia man has filed a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging that Ring's facial recognition software collects and stores individuals' data without their consent.
- Disney sued over facial recognition technology at California parks
Disney is being sued over its use of facial recognition technology at its California parks. The lawsuit is related to Disneyland in Anaheim, California. The technology is used for various purposes, including security and customer experience.
- Disney accused of misusing facial recognition technology
Disney is facing a $5 million lawsuit over its use of facial recognition technology. The lawsuit alleges that Disney has misused this technology. The case is currently ongoing.
- Disney faces a class action lawsuit over facial recognition tech
Disney is facing a class action lawsuit over its use of facial recognition technology in its parks. The complaint alleges that visitors are not given sufficient notice that they are being scanned. This lawsuit raises concerns about privacy and data collection.
- London Police Deploy Facial Recognition at Protest for First Time
London Police have deployed facial recognition technology at a protest for the first time, marking a new era in surveillance. The move has sparked debate about privacy and security. The deployment is part of a broader effort to monitor and control public gatherings.
- Police arrest one suspect every 35 minutes during facial recognition trial in south London borough
Police in a south London borough conducted a facial recognition trial, resulting in one suspect being arrested every 35 minutes. The trial highlights the effectiveness of facial recognition technology in law enforcement. The technology is being used to identify and apprehend suspects
- A whole new world: Disneyland adds facial recognition to some entrance lanes
Disneyland in California has introduced facial recognition technology at select entrance lanes to prevent fraud and streamline re-entry. The Walt Disney Company explains that cameras capture visitor images, converted via biometric technology into unique numerical values.
- Disneyland guests can opt out of facial recognition at park entrances
Disneyland Resort has introduced facial recognition technology at park entrances, but guests are not required to use the system if they choose not to, according to company guidelines.
- DHS earmarks millions for ‘smart glasses’ for immigration agents
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has allocated millions of dollars for 'smart glasses' equipped with facial recognition technology for immigration agents. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has raised concerns that this technology could be invasive to both American citizens and migrants.
- Disneyland guests can opt out of facial recognition at park entrances
Disneyland Resort has introduced facial recognition technology at park entrances to streamline guest entry, though visitors can choose to opt out of the system. The technology is described as optional and designed to improve entry efficiency.