U.K. Police Face Recognition Controversy; EU Parliament Approves Data Act, Raises Algorithmic Bias and Privacy Concerns, Introduces Smart Contract 'Kill Switch'

The use of face recognition technology by police in the U.K. has been a topic of controversy. Researchers and lawmakers have raised concerns about algorithmic bias and privacy issues. The European Parliament has approved the Data Act, which includes a clause requiring smart contracts to have a 'kill switch,' potentially impacting the use of smart contracts in the EU.