The TSA's facial recognition technology, which is currently being used at 16 major domestic airports, may go nationwide next year
The TSA may expand the pilot program of its facial recognition identification system — currently being used in 16 domestic airports across the United States — to include airports nationwide as early as next year.
The Washington Post reported the TSA's use of the controversial technology, which relies on "live photos" cross-referenced to your driver's license photo, was originally rolled out at DC's Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport due to coronavirus concerns and has since grown to include major airports such as Los Angeles International Airport, Orlando International Airport, and Dallas-Forth Worth Airport.
The tech is currently opt-in, with passengers stepping up to a kiosk, inserting their ID, and having their faces scanned. Currently, passengers can choose a standard TSA screening process instead.
