How AI Is Aiding Trump's Immigration Crackdown
(The Economic Times, Apr 18, 2025)
Under President Trump, the U.S. is increasing its use of AI and surveillance to track and arrest immigrants, raising concerns about accuracy and privacy. Agencies like DHS and CBP are using tools like facial recognition and social media monitoring to track immigrants and justify warrants.
Biometric Verification is Now Mandatory to File a Case in Lahore High Court
(Pro Pakistani, Apr 18, 2025)
Justice Neelum emphasized that if a litigant can appear to sign a case with their lawyer, they must also undergo biometric verification before filing, ensuring that all case submissions are authentic and legitimate.
Lights, Camera, Law and Order: Jamaica Gets Serious About Security
(St Kitts Nevis Observer, Apr 18, 2025)
The system is run by the Ministry of National Security and watched by the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF). It uses smart video tools like facial recognition, license plate tracking, and crowd counting. This helps spot threats quickly and respond faster.
Discord Adds Age Verification Checks to Limit Access to Sensitive Content
(Bebop, Apr 18, 2025)
As a part of a new experiment, Discord is rolling out new face and ID requirements for users who haven’t verified their age on the app previously. This will be a one-time process. Discord will either require you to scan your face or a valid ID to allow or restrict access to sensitive media on the platform.
Is Asda Breaching Your Privacy with Live Facial Recognition Trial?
(Sky News, Apr 18, 2025)
Hodgson said the fact that Asda was only using a trial period could indicate it was waiting to assess the results before making further decisions.
