Local South Korean Government’s Use of CCTV Footage Analysis via Facial Recognition to Track COVID Cases Raised Concerns about Privacy, Retention, and Potential Misuse

January 1, 2022

The use of facial recognition technology by the Bucheon government in analyzing CCTV footage garnered wide public support, yet raised concerns from privacy advocates and lawmakers. Criticisms included data collection without consent, as well as potential retention and misuse of data beyond pandemic requirements—highlighting the need for trustworthy AI governance and safe data practices.

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Alleged deployer: bucheon-city-government
Alleged developer: unknown
Alleged harmed parties: bucheon-citizens

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