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Face Recognition and Privacy: Balancing Technology and Personal Rights - 2019

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Explore the complex world of face recognition technology and its implications for privacy in this 43-minute LASCON conference talk. Delve into the history of biometric identification, from 14th century Chinese fingerprinting to modern face recognition techniques. Examine the controversy surrounding passive collection methods and address common misconceptions in media coverage. Analyze the potential for privacy invasion and surveillance, while also considering privacy-preserving applications of the technology. Investigate global privacy legislation and its attempts to protect user rights. Gain insights into the strengths and weaknesses of face recognition, dispelling myths and understanding its value as an identification tool. Cover topics such as accuracy, false matches, medical applications, and specific privacy laws in various U.S. states. Reflect on the societal impact and risks associated with widespread face recognition use, ultimately gaining a comprehensive understanding of this powerful and contentious technology.

Syllabus

Intro
Human Face Recognition
Accuracy
Common Mistakes
Face Paint
ACLU
Wales
False Matches
Medical Example
Privacy Laws
Identity Technology
PIPA
Texas
Washington
California
Massachusetts
Summary
Templates
Risk
End of Society
Face Recognition

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