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'''Facewatch''' is a British company that operates a centralised network of facial recognition cameras used in supermarkets and independent shops. | [[File:Facewatch_Notice.jpg|thumb|Businesses using Facewatch should disclose this to customers, but signs can be small and easy to miss.]] | ||
'''Facewatch''' is a British company that operates a centralised network of facial recognition cameras used in both supermarkets and independent shops. | |||
== People == | == People == | ||
Latest revision as of 11:17, 4 October 2026
Facewatch is a British company that operates a centralised network of facial recognition cameras used in both supermarkets and independent shops.
People
- The company was founded by Simon Gordon, who also runs Gordon's Wine Bar (one of the oldest wine bars in London)
- CEO: Nick Fisher
- Data Protection Officer: Dave Sumner
Notable users
- Sainsbury's ("We must put safety first in our stores")
- Co-op (https://bigbrotherwatch.org.uk/campaigns/stop-co-op-spying/)
- B&M
- Spar
- Home Bargains
In the news
- Alarm over launch of facial recognition in UK shops that instantly alerts police
- Sainsbury’s to deploy facial recognition software in 200 stores
Shops using facial recognition from other operators
- Asda ("Asda faces legal complaint after “unlawful” facial recognition trial") - operated by FaiceTech