Facial Recognition Security, Privacy Issues Grab FTC Attention
The Federal Trade Commission the week said it will hold a workshop that examines how burgeoning use of facial recognition technology impacts privacy and security.
From the FTC: "Facial recognition technology has been adopted in a variety of new contexts, ranging from online social networks to digital signs and mobile apps. Its increased use has raised a variety of privacy concerns. The FTC workshop will gather consumer protection organizations, academics, business and industry representatives, privacy professionals, and others to examine the use of facial recognition technology and related privacy and security concerns."
The agency said the workshop will look at many topics including:
- What are the current and future uses of facial recognition technology?
- How can consumers benefit from the technology?
