The Samuelson-Glushko Canadian Internet Policy and Public Interest Clinic (CIPPIC) is asking the Canadian government to suspend the use of facial recognition at the country’s borders to give legislators an opportunity to catch up with the technology. … [Read more...] about Canadian Law Clinic Asks for Moratorium on Use of Face Biometrics at the Border
Detroit Makes Controversial Decision to Extend Police Facial Recognition Contract
The Detroit City Council has voted to extend its facial recognition contract with DataWorks Plus. The measure passed by a 6-3 vote, and will allow the Detroit Police Department (DPD) to continue to use facial recognition technology in its … [Read more...] about Detroit Makes Controversial Decision to Extend Police Facial Recognition Contract
LAPD Retracts Previous Statements, Admits to Use of Biometric Facial Recognition
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is coming under fire for its widespread and flagrantly deceptive facial recognition practices. The news comes after a record request prompted the department to release 368 pages of emails in which officers … [Read more...] about LAPD Retracts Previous Statements, Admits to Use of Biometric Facial Recognition
Pittsburgh City Council Close to Approving Law Enforcement Biometrics Bill
A preliminary vote by Pittsburgh City Council has paved the way for a new bill requiring law enforcement to seek Council approval before the purchase of facial recognition and predictive policing technology to be passed into law this … [Read more...] about Pittsburgh City Council Close to Approving Law Enforcement Biometrics Bill
Bid on NZ Police Biometrics System Raises Concerns About Chinese Tech Provider
Another Chinese tech company could be facing international backlash after bidding on a support contract for New Zealand’s new police facial recognition system. The Inspur Group was one of 20 companies that appeared on a Pentagon list of companies … [Read more...] about Bid on NZ Police Biometrics System Raises Concerns About Chinese Tech Provider
Portland Facial Recognition Ban Extends Across Government and Private Sector
"The ban will takes effect immediately with respect to government departments, while private organizations have until January 1, 2020, to comply." City authorities in Portland, Oregon, have just passed what may be America's most extensive … [Read more...] about Portland Facial Recognition Ban Extends Across Government and Private Sector
Biometric Facial Recognition Solution Focused on African Faces Wins Acclaim
Charlette N'Guessan, a young engineer from Ghana, is the first woman to be awarded the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation, an award founded and supported by the UK Royal Academy of Engineering, for her work in developing a facial recognition … [Read more...] about Biometric Facial Recognition Solution Focused on African Faces Wins Acclaim
New York Legislators Call for Temporary Ban on Biometric Facial Recognition
Democratic legislators in the state of New York have called for a five-year ban on facial recognition technology. The new bill was introduced by Assemblywoman Nathalia Fernandez of the Bronx and Sen. Brad Hoylman of New York City in the state … [Read more...] about New York Legislators Call for Temporary Ban on Biometric Facial Recognition
Pittsburgh Councillor Moves to Ban Police Use of Biometric Facial Recognition Tech
Pittsburgh city councillor Corey O'Connor has introduced legislation that, if passed, would ban the city's Public Safety Department (PPSD) from using facial recognition software or Predictive Policing Technology. The PPSD oversees the city's … [Read more...] about Pittsburgh Councillor Moves to Ban Police Use of Biometric Facial Recognition Tech
Jackson, Mississippi, Bans Police Use of Biometric Facial Recognition
Jackson, Mississippi, has become the latest municipality to ban the police use of facial recognition technology. The Jackson Police Department does not currently use facial recognition, but will now no longer have that option thanks to the latest … [Read more...] about Jackson, Mississippi, Bans Police Use of Biometric Facial Recognition
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