Victoria filmmaker's documentary examines sinister side of facial recognition technology


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The film had its world premiere online Wednesday as part of the Immersive Lineup at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival in New York. Those who watch it online have the option try out facial recognition software, a startling first-person example of what Gaylor disocovered during his investigation (and no, he won’t collect your data in the process). The binding agreement between users and platforms in the online world? Gaylor mines similar territory, and came upon equally sinister discoveries — such as an inherent racial bias in facial recognition software, one that could eventually have lasting effects. You can’t give that consent.”Nothing in the world of facial recognition happens by accident, Gaylor said.