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Government contracted cameras in public spaces.
Not just cameras. They also have RFID, WiFi, Bluetooth, and probably other crap I don't remember. The idea is that even if the face rec doesn't identify you, they still can by probing for credit cards and mobile devices. Disgusting.
Fair point. I was trying to be succinct, not intentionally vague.
Wow. Thanks for informing me. Stay safe guys
You're welcome. I hope it's a nice day where you are.
Canada. Its generally okay here but we do stupid shit like this too, just way less thank flock. I'm sure it'll emerge in some form.