NSW Police has deactivated Cognitec’s facial recognition capabilities due to accuracy concerns, particularly its high false match rates for certain demographic groups. The police stated they will utilize other technologies for identification and investigation purposes. Ongoing discussions emphasize the importance of responsible use and guidelines for emerging video analytics technologies. The New South Wales (NSW)…
The Scottish Biometrics Commissioner has initiated a consultation on police Live Facial Recognition use to assess public opinion amid privacy concerns. The findings will guide Police Scotland’s resource allocation toward LFR, if pursued. Criticisms arise around trust and surveillance, with three specific use cases outlined, all under a currently inadequate legal framework. The Scottish Biometrics…
London police plan to install the UK’s first permanent live facial recognition cameras in Croydon, aiming to enhance crime prevention efforts. The move follows successful deployments resulting in approximately 200 arrests last year. Privacy advocates raise concerns over regulation and potential misuse of data, emphasizing the need for legislative safeguards. London police are set to…
Cardiff police will deploy live facial recognition cameras during the Six Nations rugby championship starting February 22nd, 2023. The initiative includes five temporary cameras situated in “Zones of Safety,” aimed at deterring crime. The police assure that the technology has not led to wrongful arrests historically, and successful past implementations bolster this effort. In Cardiff,…
The UK police are exploring experimental biometric modalities like odor and gait recognition, as noted in the latest report by the Biometrics Commissioner. The report calls for regulatory frameworks to balance public safety with citizens’ privacy rights amid growing concerns over facial recognition surveillance. The recent annual report by the Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner’s…
Clearview AI’s facial recognition technology has proven essential for law enforcement, notably helping Michigan police identify a criminal scam ring. While the technology is embraced for its effectiveness, concerns over ethical usage and privacy violations persist. Various law enforcement agencies continue to use Clearview amidst regulatory scrutiny, highlighting a complex relationship between technology and legal…
Tech5 has secured a 15-year, $54 million contract to upgrade livescan fingerprint biometrics for the Virginia State Police. The project will provide 800 livescan systems and cloud software services aimed at improving data accuracy and public safety. This initiative aligns with Tech5’s recent launch of a multi-biometric identification platform. Tech5 has secured a $54 million…
