Dr. Atick, a pioneer in the field of biometrics, is now wary about potential for abuse. Envisioning a future where powerful companies and government agencies rob everyone of their anonymity.
To many in the biometrics industry, face recognition is no different from a neutral technology whose advantages far outweigh the risks.
They envision a world where, instead of having to rely on losable ID cards or on a jumble of easily forgettable, hack-able passwords, you could unlock your smartphone or gain entry to banks, apartment complexes, parking garages and health clubs just by showing your face.
Soon Motor Vehicle, Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, Passports, Military, Police Department, prison services and public events security will use one form or another. It is still far down the road, yet may be a very strange feeling. Just a thought
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