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Smile! You're on Amazon's Camera

Smile! You're on Amazon's Camera

FromWhat Next | Daily News and Analysis


Smile! You're on Amazon's Camera

FromWhat Next | Daily News and Analysis

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Length:
26 minutes
Released:
May 22, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Sheriff’s offices across the country are signing up to beta-test a facial recognition tool made by Amazon. Law enforcement proponents say the technology helps find perpetrators who otherwise may go free. But civil liberties advocates have questions about the accuracy —and the constitutionality—of these tools.
Guest: Reporter Drew Harwell. Read his latest in the Washington Post.
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Released:
May 22, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

The problem with the news right now? It’s everywhere. And each day, it can feel like we’re all just mindlessly scrolling. It’s why we created What Next. This short daily show is here to help you make sense of things. When the news feels overwhelming, we’re here to help you answer: What next? Look for new episodes every weekday morning.