Creepy new Air Force camera can identify and track you from far, far-off

Sure you are able to do neat such things as unlock your iPhone using facial recognition , however the Air Force has far grander visions for the tech. Specifically it wants a camera which can identify and track possible insurgents at a major distance (though it’s unclear how far we’re talking about here) using just a few seconds of footage. It’s turned to Photon-X Inc. to develop a sensor that mixes spacial measurements, infrared and visual light to create a “bio-signature” that maps not just static facial expression but muscle movements which can be unique to every individual. The technology may be utilized in targeting systems to spot enemy vehicles and integrated into robots to assist them navigate and identify objects… or threatening meatbags. The Air Force even foresees law enforcement, banks, and personal security firms using the cams to observe customers and look forward to suspicious activity. Similar tools were created that use software to investigate video feeds, but they can not match the accuracy or range of this “behaviormetric” system. Normally, here’s where we’d make some snide connection with Skynet or Big Brother but, honestly, we’re too creeped out for jokes.

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