The Daily The ‘Enemies List’ at Madison Square Garden
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Jan 18, 2023 
Kashmir Hill, a technology reporter for The New York Times, dives into the unsettling use of facial recognition at Madison Square Garden. She discusses how this technology has led to the blacklisting of lawyers involved in lawsuits against the venue. The conversation raises critical concerns about privacy, corporate retaliation, and the ethical implications of surveillance. Hill also examines the legal complexities surrounding this practice, contrasting it with privacy laws in other states. It's a thought-provoking look at the blurry line between security and individual rights.
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Nicolette's Experience
- Nicolette Landy was denied entry to a Mariah Carey concert at Madison Square Garden.
- Security used facial recognition to identify her and then confirmed her identity with her ID.
Facial Recognition Use
- A camera with facial recognition scanned Nicolette's face, triggering her detainment.
- Her ID was then used to confirm her identity, preventing her from seeing the concert.
MSG Security
- Madison Square Garden uses facial recognition primarily to identify security threats.
- The technology has been in use since 2018, starting with the Grammy Awards.