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Minneapolis Considers Ban Of Facial Recognition Technology

City leaders are trying to decide whether facial recognition technology (FRT) is an asset, or an invasion of privacy.

(CBS News)

January 21, 2021

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — A controversial crime-fighting tool could soon be off limits in Minneapolis.

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City leaders are trying to decide whether facial recognition technology (FRT) is an asset, or an invasion of privacy.

Privacy is just one concern Minneapolis City Council Member Steve Fletcher has with FRT applications.

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