Biometrics has been a double-edged sword for the security industry for as long as it has been around. On the one hand it is the Holy Grail of convenience and — when done right — assurance of identification. But for many years it was also expensive and difficult to implement widely. With the advent of video, AI and smart phones, biometrics, particularly facial recognition, is easier and more affordable than ever before.
But … privacy issues have now become a big concern. Many states and municipalities have implemented restrictions if not outright bans on facial recognition in recent years. However, there have been a few recent developments that show some — albeit limited —forward motion.