Sainsbury's is under fire for secretly trialling live facial recognition technology at petrol stations across the UK, raising serious privacy concerns with customers and civil liberty groups.
Supermarket giant Sainsbury's is rolling out live facial recognition technology to combat a surge in shoplifting, sparking a fierce backlash from civil liberties groups who brand it 'dystopian' and a threat to customer privacy.
In a significant diplomatic move, the leaders of Belgium, the UK, and France are actively considering the formal recognition of a Palestinian state, signalling a potential watershed moment in Middle East policy and increasing pressure on Israel.
An investigation reveals how AI-powered surveillance cameras are proliferating across UK streets, tracking citizens' movements and behaviours without explicit consent, raising urgent questions about privacy and civil liberties.
A major human rights clash is unfolding as UK police forces are urged to abandon live facial recognition technology. Critics warn of a 'Orwellian real-time surveillance line' being crossed, threatening public privacy and freedoms.
The TSA is dramatically accelerating its PreCheck overhaul, deploying touchless facial recognition technology to create faster, more secure passenger processing. Discover how this biometric revolution will change the way you fly.
RMT union announces 24-hour London Underground strike on June 22nd, coinciding with Coldplay's sold-out Wembley Stadium concert, causing major travel disruption fears for thousands of fans.
A fugitive on the run for 16 months was dramatically apprehended in Peru after cutting-edge facial recognition technology identified him on a public digital billboard in a busy shopping centre.
The family of the late artist who designed the iconic Cracker Barrel logo breaks their silence, demanding credit and compensation from the US restaurant giant in a battle over artistic legacy.
New polling reveals a striking contradiction in Australian public opinion: while majority support exists for Palestinian recognition, few believe it will achieve meaningful change. This Guardian Essential Report explores the complex dynamics shaping forei
A groundbreaking AI-powered pet facial recognition system, developed by MIT, is transforming lost pet reunification in Florida, boasting a remarkable 99% success rate and offering a lifeline to distraught owners.
Ireland's Department of Foreign Affairs has issued a formal rebuke to the Israeli Ambassador after what it deems 'unacceptable' criticism following Ireland's recognition of the State of Palestine.
London's Notting Hill Carnival descended into violence with over 500 arrests, as Met Police credit facial recognition technology for identifying offenders while facing criticism from civil liberties groups.
Exclusive: A sophisticated criminal syndicate exploited a major flaw in National Australia Bank's 'selfie' identity verification, stealing over $1.5 million in a high-tech fraud that raises serious questions about biometric security.
In a landmark move for reconciliation, Melbourne's iconic 'Welcome to Victoria' sign is being replaced with a new version acknowledging the Traditional Owners. This historic change marks a significant step in Victoria's nation-leading treaty process.
Manchester Airport unveils a groundbreaking AI 'smart corridor' that promises to cut passport control times by 50%, using advanced facial recognition for a seamless arrival experience.
The Metropolitan Police deployed live facial recognition cameras at Notting Hill Carnival, leading to 45 arrests. The controversial surveillance technology sparked immediate backlash from civil liberties groups, who condemn its use as a 'dystopian' infrin
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch's proposed redefinition of 'sex' in the Equality Act has sparked a major political and social firestorm, pitting transgender rights against single-sex spaces.
The UK Supreme Court has delivered a seismic ruling, rejecting Scotland's Gender Recognition Reform Bill. This article explores the constitutional clash, the implications for trans rights, and the fallout for devolution.
A top academic has publicly contradicted the Metropolitan Police's assertion that their live facial recognition technology is unbiased, citing major flaws in the study they used to justify its rollout across London.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch delivers a powerful defence of British patriotism, arguing that flying the Union Flag is a symbol of national unity, not division, in the face of 'woke' criticism.
Harry Potter author JK Rowling delivers a scathing critique of former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's approach to gender recognition reforms, accusing her of fostering a toxic public discourse and ignoring women's concerns.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu launches a scathing attack on the Albanese government, accusing it of undermining Israel's security. This deep dive examines the escalating diplomatic crisis and its global implications.
Commuters face severe disruption as RMT union members on the London Underground announce a 48-hour strike in April over working conditions and travel allowances, crippling the Tube network.
The Metropolitan Police is significantly expanding its use of live facial recognition technology on London's streets, aiming to tackle serious crime but raising major concerns from civil liberty groups over privacy and accuracy.
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley defends the use of live facial recognition at Notting Hill Carnival, calling critics 'Luddites' and dismissing privacy concerns as an outdated debate in the fight against crime.
Major US airports are deploying new automated eGates for UK and other eligible travellers, promising to slash queue times and streamline entry with facial recognition technology.
Exclusive investigation reveals facial recognition cameras in UK retail stores are identifying a staggering 10,000 potential offenders each week, highlighting the escalating shoplifting epidemic crippling British retailers.
Exclusive investigation reveals Trump Enterprises is building a vast private surveillance network using AI-powered robots, with data sourced from tech giants Microsoft and Meta, raising alarm over a new era of corporate espionage and eroded privacy.
A landmark case sees the UK's first openly transgender judge challenging the government's stance on gender recognition under the European Convention on Human Rights.