FRT on garda body cameras could open door to 'mass surveillance', expert warnsJames CoxThe proposed use of facial recognition technology (FRT) on garda body cameras should not be rushed through without a lengthy consultation process, according to a digital policy professor. However, the Coalition is said to be at odds over this, with members of the Green Party arguing that standalone laws are needed around facial recognition technology. Mr Harris has insisted the use of FRT in garda body cameras would be subject to a code of practice to ensure transparency. While the intentions behind it may be good, Prof Farries feels the use of FRT in garda body cameras would "open the door to mass surveillance" of the population. "Facial recognition tech has the capacity to scan and collect data about everyone, even people who would be of no interest to gardaí."

Source: Irish Independent May 07, 2023 22:46 UTC