NYC Council hearing on use of facial recognition technology
New York City Council members are holding a hearing today on use of facial recognition technology by Madison Square Garden and other businesses. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
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New York City Council members are holding a hearing today on use of facial recognition technology by Madison Square Garden and other businesses. CBS2's John Dias has the details.
New York City Council members will discuss the use of facial recognition at businesses and entertainment venues, as Madison Square Garden is getting heat for its use of the technology. CBS2's John Dias reports.
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