Shoshana Zuboff

Allowing facial recognition technology in public spaces represents a profound threat to individual privacy and autonomy. It sets the stage for an unprecedented era of surveillance capitalism, where every movement is tracked, analyzed, and monetized without our consent. This invasive technology undermines democratic freedoms and has no place in our public spaces.

While the misuse of AI by terrorist organizations is a serious concern, justifying invasive surveillance under this pretext sets a dangerous precedent. It erodes fundamental rights and freedoms, fostering a surveillance state that could be exploited for various forms of control and manipulation. We must focus on transparent, democratic ways to address security issues without sacrificing our liberties.