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Feds are increasing use of facial recognition systems – despite calls for a moratorium

  • Written by James Hendler, Professor of Computer, Web and Cognitive Sciences, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Feds are increasing use of facial recognition systems – despite calls for a moratoriumGovernment agencies are increasingly using facial recognition technology, including through security cameras like this one being installed on the Lincoln Memorial in 2019.Mark Wilson/Getty Images

Despite growing opposition, the U.S. government is on track to increase its use of controversial facial recognition technology.

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