Privacy in a Minute: Facial Recognition at Airports (CBP’s Biometric Entry-Exit Program)

Описание: The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (or “CBP”) has implemented the use of facial recognition at airports through the Biometric Entry/Exit program. CBP is using facial biometrics at airports to confirm travelers’ identity as they enter and leave the country. And are actively expanding this program to seaports and land ports. For more information on CBP's Biometric Entry Exit Program visit www.epic.org.

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