3. Conclusion
Facial recognition is now a major legal, economic, and geopolitical issue. In the United Kingdom, companies such as Onfido and Facewatch are developing facial verification solutions. The technology is also being developed in countries that have experienced or are experiencing military conflict, such as Taiwan, South Korea, Israel, and Russia. In several Asian countries, notably South Korea and Japan, facial recognition is becoming a central element of public policy and surveillance.
From a legal and ethical standpoint, the debate remains contentious. On the one hand, facial recognition is defended on the grounds of airport security, judicial security, and the day-to-day protection of citizens and institutions. On the other hand, it raises significant concerns about human rights and the protection of personal data.
Even though security imperatives...
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Executive Order 14110 on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence, October 30, 2023
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