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Facial Recognition Used at Taylor Swift Concert to Track Stalkers

Steve Knopper, writing at Rolling Stone: Taylor Swift fans mesmerized by rehearsal clips on a kiosk at her May 18th Rose Bowl show were unaware of one crucial detail: A facial-recognition camera inside the display was taking their photos. The images were being transferred to a Nashville “command post,” where they were cross-referenced with a […]

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23:30 on December 13 2018

Taylor Swift Said to Use Facial Recognition to Identify Stalkers

New York Times — A security consultant told Rolling Stone that at a concert, a device took fans’ photos for comparison with a database of potential stalkers. more info
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03:32 on December 14 2018

Taylor Swift Used Facial Recognition Hidden In Fan Kiosk To Identify Stalkers

Stereogum — Taylor Swift has had several dangerous run-ins with stalkers. Back in April, a man carrying a knife, a rope, and live ammunition was arrested outside of her house. The fo... more info
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17:51 on December 14 2018

Facial Recognition Used at Taylor Swift Concert to Track Stalkers

Chorus.fm — Steve Knopper, writing at Rolling Stone: Taylor Swift fans mesmerized by rehearsal clips on a kiosk at her May 18th Rose Bowl show were unaware of one crucial detail: A f... more info
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