The Pervasiveness and Practical Applications of Facial Recognition Technology
This chapter explores the widespread use of facial recognition technology in devices, security systems, online services, and the hospitality industry. It discusses various practical applications, including law enforcement, access control, student attendance, and leisure activities. The conversation also addresses concerns associated with its use, particularly in China.
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Facial recognition technology has seen its fair share of both media and popular attention in the past 12 months. The runs the gamut from controversial uses by governments and police forces, to coordinated campaigns to ban or limit its use. What should we do about it? In this episode, I talk to Brenda Leong about this issue. Brenda is Senior Counsel and Director of Artificial Intelligence and Ethics at Future of Privacy Forum. She manages the FPF portfolio on biometrics, particularly facial recognition. She authored the FPF Privacy Expert’s Guide to AI, and co-authored the paper, “Beyond Explainability: A Practical Guide to Managing Risk in Machine Learning Models.” Prior to working at FPF, Brenda served in the U.S. Air Force.
