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TIL some Australian retailers (eg. Thirsty Camel, independents) still use real-time facial recognition for theft prevention despite privacy rulings against Kmart/Bunnings. Experts warn “anonymised” faces can be re-identified, and FRT may also be used to surveil and discipline staff.

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