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Facial recognition technologies pose a major threat to our privacy. Like anything, there are legitimate uses, but the risks outweigh the benefits in this case. Facial recognition technologies are used by a many different companies and organizations including social media sites like Facebook, law enforcement agencies, and even governments. These technologies can be used toContinue reading “Week 3: Facial Recognition”

Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR) are a relatively new technology that is being implemented quite rapidly. The cameras look similar to regular security cameras, but are usually larger and may have multiple lenses. They are constantly scanning for vehicle license plates as they pass vehicles or as vehicles pass them. The cameras can be stationedContinue reading “Week 2: Automated License Plate Recognition”