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UK to expand facial recognition nationwide after 1,300 arrests, sparking privacy concerns.
The UK government plans to expand police use of facial recognition technology nationwide, citing 1,300 arrests and over 100 sex offender detections in two years by the Metropolitan Police.
A 10-week public consultation will shape new regulations, including a proposed oversight body, as the government invests £12.6 million in the system.
While officials call it a breakthrough comparable to DNA, civil liberties groups warn of mass surveillance risks, privacy violations, and potential misuse, especially at protests and involving minors.
Current deployment lacks consistent national rules, prompting calls for stronger safeguards amid concerns over accuracy, bias, and the future integration with mandatory ID cards.
Reino Unido ampliará el reconocimiento facial en todo el país después de 1.300 arrestos, lo que genera preocupaciones sobre la privacidad.