Introduction
In recent years there has been an increased use of technologies that match a person s digital image (eg, from a surveillance camera) to a picture database. These technologies facilitate various tasks, including:
the identification of criminal suspects;
the verification of an individual s ID to provide access to computing platforms or other electronic devices; and
CCTV surveillance.
However, these technologies are also prone to misuse and data and privacy infringement. This article discusses the use of such technologies in Austria, along with the regulations which govern them and how they may be used in the future.
Facial recognition technology regulations
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