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WION Fineprint | Italy bans use of facial recognition tech, except legal purposes

Privacy watchdogs and human rights groups have often pointed out the dangers of biometric data collection. Due to similar concerns, Italy has prohibitted the use of facial recognition systems and smart glasses until a specific law is passed.