Using facial recognition cameras for access control?

[Lui]

Hello!
I have a question. I read that there are video cameras that can recognize faces.
I'm wondering how difficult it is to implement such an access control system and how reliable it is?

 

[Kelly]

Hi! I think it can be implemented with the help of a certain software solution.
But this solution is suitable for places with low throughput because the underlying technology is often unable to identify a large number of faces. This causes problems, faces are misidentified and access is mistakenly allowed or denied. More sophisticated and accurate devices use 3D face modeling, more details here Biometric Access Control Devices and Future Security System But they also have problems with recognition.
It would be interesting to know where exactly you want to use this system, at home or in the office? This would help me give you more accurate advice.

 

[Phil]

The use of facial recognition cameras in the UK is challenging due to it potentially being a threat to an individual's right to privacy, hence "Expert advice" may be needed:
Three-way security partnership launches FaceComply to offer expert advice on facial recognition use

The Met Police have proved it to be very powerful, but are having to proceed very cautiously in using facial recognition technology:

Facial recognition could transform policing in same way as DNA, says Met chief

Sir Mark Rowley says technology could help catch wanted criminals, but rights campaigners warn of privacy violations

www.theguardian.com

 

[Phil]

Interesting / related:

UK passport images database could be used to catch shoplifters

Civil liberty campaigners warn Chris Philp’s plans to integrate databases are an ‘Orwellian nightmare’

www.theguardian.com

 

[Phil]

Campaigners and MPs call for ban:​

AI facial recognition: Campaigners and MPs call for ban

AI-powered facial recognition has been used in real time by police forces and private companies.

www.bbc.co.uk