Investigating AUtomated surveillance
Lead Researcher (Big Brother Watch), Algorithmic Accountability Fellow (Algorithm Watch)
Uncovering the growing use of facial recognition systems in public spaces. From UK police use to new legislation in France during the Olympic Games.
Where it started
Automated surveillance systems are increasingly becoming part of our daily encounters. My investigations have uncovered their scale and how they are often brought in through the backdoor.
How I worked
I sent Freedom of Information requests to UK police forces and to
What Changed
My findings were also featured in the xxxx documentary “Coded Bias”.