Policy · 4h ago
UK Supermarket Chain Expands Facial Recognition to 150 More Stores
A major British supermarket is installing facial recognition in up to 150 additional stores by year-end to deter shoplifting. The technology, already used in some locations, has drawn criticism as 'Orwellian' from privacy advocates. The retailer claims it reduces theft and improves staff safety.
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The expansion signals growing retail acceptance of biometric surveillance, but privacy and bias concerns remain unresolved.
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