This company operated its systems in bars and nightclubs in Australia, this event exposes privacy issues as AI-based facial recognition systems become more widespread. This company emerged in the pandemic, creating a facial recognition system to scan visitors to the premises and take temperature measurements.

As reported by the affected organization, Malicious actors managed to access information regarding biometric facial recognition, Driver's License Scans, Club membership data and phone numbers.

This is an example of what can happen if facial recognition systems are extended and not properly protected. The affected company is already collaborating with local authorities to clarify what happened.

Fountain: Wired


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