IBM exits facial recognition business

“We believe now is the time to begin a national dialogue on whether and how facial recognition technology should be employed by domestic law enforcement agencies,” IBM CEO Arvind Krishna told Congress, as the company shut down its facial recognition business.

The unit did not generate significant revenue, according to CNBC, but the decision remains notable for a technology giant that counts the U.S. government as a major customer.

“Technology can increase transparency and help police protect communities but must not promote discrimination or racial injustice.”

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