The move is the latest example of the use of facial recognition technology by the Chinese authorities to keep an eye on its citizens. Many Chinese cities are already relying on facial recognition cameras to catch jaywalkers. One Beijing park even installed toilet paper dispensers equipped with facial recognition functions to discourage visitors from taking too much loo roll. The face-scanning system has already been installed in 47 public housing projects across Beijing. The city has been stepping up efforts to crack down on illegal subletting of public housing in recent months.

Source: The Star December 28, 2018 07:41 UTC