Policy · 1h ago
MSG Facial Recognition Flags Activists, Spares Taylor Swift
Madison Square Garden uses facial recognition on all attendees, flagging activists who oppose the technology. The system was reportedly disabled for Taylor Swift's wedding, while Swift herself has used similar tech at her concerts. This highlights a privacy divide where elites can opt out of surveillance that others cannot avoid.
Meridian48 take
The story underscores how facial recognition deployment often lacks transparency and accountability, with enforcement selectively applied based on status.
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