Australia's privacy watchdog has launched an investigation into two retail giants over their use of facial recognition technology.
Australia’s privacy watchdog has launched an investigation into two retail giants over their use of facial recognition technology.
Hardware firm Bunnings and department store Kmart collect customers’ “faceprints” in some locations.
Consumer advocacy group Choice says the technology is unethical, invasive and being used without proper consent or reasoning.
Both retailers defended its use as an anti-theft and safety measure.
The Australian Information Commissioner said her office had opened an investigation to determine…