Worried about facial recognition technology? Pubs, clubs and gaming venues are already using it
Facial recognition can be used to identify patrons, track their movements and even record their emotions, according to companies advertising to gambling venues.
Hyper-collection: How Bunnings, eBay and Netflix are contributing to the mass surveillance of Australians
By failing to take our digital privacy seriously, Australia is “sleepwalking” its way into mass surveillance.
Woolworths denies using AI and facial recognition despite leak claiming otherwise
The company says the leaked internal training module detailing how it uses the controversial technologies to stop theft was a mistake.
Kmart, Bunnings and The Good Guys in hot water over privacy concerns
An investigation by Choice found Kmart, Bunnings and The Good Guys may have breached the Privacy Act by using facial recognition technology to capture the “faceprint” of customers who entered their stores.
Face masks and facial recognition will both be the norm in the future: But how will they co-exist?
As experts forecast a future with more pandemics, it’s likely mask-wearing will become the norm. So how will facial recognition tech adapt?
From 7-Eleven to Aus Pol: The rapid expansion of facial recognition technology in Australia, and the laws keeping it in check
The spread of facial recognition technology in Australia brings up important questions about the legal implications of scanning, storing and sharing facial images.
No accountability: Why we should be concerned Australian police are using Clearview AI facial recognition software
Australian police agencies are reportedly using controversial facial recognition software, Clearview AI.
Aussie entrepreneur launches “disturbing and unethical” facial recognition tech in Silicon Valley
An Aussie entrepreneur is copping flack online for his contentious startup Clearview AI, which is designed to identify people from a single image.
Why Google wants to put intelligent robots on a leash
Alphabet boss Sundar Pichai has called for industry and government regulation of artificial intelligence in an opinion piece for The Financial Times.
Facial recognition in the pharmacy: Meet Strong Room, the startup bringing tech into opioid-addiction treatment
In the latest twist in the facial recognition tech tale, Melbourne startup Strong Room is developing AI software for the dispensing of the opioid replacement drug Methadone.
Don’t lose focus: Ten reasons to worry about facial recognition technology
Facial recognition technology is spreading fast. It’s common among police forces but has also been used at airports, railway stations and shopping centres.
Alibaba’s future of retail involves QR codes, smart mirrors, and gamified discounts
According to Chinese online retail giant Alibaba, the future of retail technology is rooted in object and facial recognition, QR codes, and gamifying shopper discounts.