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Ship carrying 3,000 cars burns off Dutch coast, crew member dead
Ship carrying 3,000 cars burns off Dutch coast, crew member dead
By Charlotte Van Campenhout and Rishabh Jaiswal AMSTERDAM (Reuters) -A fire blazed on a ship off the Dutch coast with
2023-07-26 21:17
Aid trucks enter Egypt's Rafah border crossing with Gaza Strip
Aid trucks enter Egypt's Rafah border crossing with Gaza Strip
By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Aidan Lewis GAZA/CAIRO (Reuters) -The first humanitarian aid convoy to be sent to the besieged Gaza
2023-10-21 18:26
Will OPEC+ announce more output cuts? Analysts have their say
Will OPEC+ announce more output cuts? Analysts have their say
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries with Russia and other allies, or OPEC+, meet on June 4
2023-06-01 00:26
Macnica provides motor-specific predictive maintenance services in Asian countries : Mpression Smart Motor Sensor in ASEAN
Macnica provides motor-specific predictive maintenance services in Asian countries : Mpression Smart Motor Sensor in ASEAN
YOKOHAMA, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 15, 2023--
2023-06-16 11:26
‘Game-changing’ facial recognition technology catches prolific shoplifters
‘Game-changing’ facial recognition technology catches prolific shoplifters
Britain’s biggest police force is using “game-changing” facial recognition technology to catch prolific shoplifters. The Metropolitan Police asked 12 retailers to provide images of 30 of the worst offenders who steal from their shops in a pilot of the new software. They were compared against the force’s custody shots, and of 302 images submitted, 149 came up as positive matches. Those matches are now being investigated further with a view to building criminal cases. The software uses biometric measures of a person’s face and works even if part of their face is covered. It takes around 60 seconds to find a match. Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said: “We’re working with shops across the capital to target and track down criminals in a way we never have before. “We’re pushing the boundaries and using innovation and technology to rapidly identify criminals. “The results we’ve seen so far are game-changing. The use of facial recognition in this way could revolutionise how we investigate and solve crime.” He claimed that most of the prolific offenders were involved in other, more serious criminal activity. “What’s most powerful is what we’ve learned about those involved in this offending so far. It’s clear the majority are career criminals involved in serious crime,” Sir Mark said. “This data and information helps us focus our efforts in an even more precise way than we originally anticipated. “Through this tactic we’re not only improving how we protect shops and support the business community, we’re stepping further forward in identifying and tracking down serious criminals and protecting all of London’s communities. “The scale of business crime in London is huge. To be successful we have to be precise in our approach and this is a really promising step forward.” Met police last year." data-source=""> Chief executive of the Association of Convenience stores James Lowman said while the technology could save police time, there is still a challenge in getting offenders off the street. He said: “Using artificial intelligence to identify prolific offenders can be an effective way of drastically reducing the amount of police time it takes to make links between crimes committed against different businesses locally. “Whether its artificial intelligence or local intelligence that leads to criminals being identified, the real challenge remains apprehending these offenders and getting them off the streets.” The Met started using the software in August and began the retail pilot in late September. The new system can use images from CCTV, dashcams, doorbell cameras or phones. It uses the same algorithm as the Met’s live facial recognition technology, about which there have been well-publicised concerns over potential bias. Lindsey Chiswick, director of intelligence for the Met and national policing lead on facial recognition, said the algorithm has been independently tested by the National Physical Laboratory. She said: “Facial recognition technology, which is able to match faces after the event, has actually been around for quite a few years. “What’s changed and what is improving all the time, and in the last few years with real speed, is the accuracy of the algorithm. And that’s the real game changer here. “With this technology, it’s an algorithm that we’ve independently tested through the National Physical Laboratory so we have assurance it’s 100% accurate when it comes to retrospective usage, and we understand how it works.” Around 50,000 shoplifting incidents were reported to the Met last year, estimated to be between 5% and 10% of the offences that are actually committed. Emmanuelle Andrews, from human rights charity Liberty that has campaigned against the use of facial recognition, said: “Facial recognition has no place on our streets, in our shops – or in any other areas of our lives. “This technology threatens our privacy and stifles free speech – and we should all be worried about moves to expand its reach. “We’re also concerned about the creep of facial recognition technology into other areas of policing. “Let’s be clear: we cannot rely on tech to solve deep societal problems, this is an unjustified expansion of state surveillance and there are numerous alternatives.” Read More Facial recognition firm Clearview AI overturns UK data privacy fine Sadiq Khan, Met Commissioner to ask phone companies to ‘design out’ theft Microsoft gets go-ahead to buy Call of Duty maker Activision Incels using TikTok to spread ‘hateful beliefs’, research suggests Duke and Duchess of Sussex call for overhaul of social media Google to trial AI in UK traffic light systems to reduce stop-and-go emissions
2023-10-19 17:53
Middle East’s Leading Venue Manager ASM Global Named Operator of Dubai’s ‘Connect Conference Centre’
Middle East’s Leading Venue Manager ASM Global Named Operator of Dubai’s ‘Connect Conference Centre’
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 19, 2023--
2023-09-19 20:20
Biden to tout bipartisan debt ceiling deal in first Oval Office address
Biden to tout bipartisan debt ceiling deal in first Oval Office address
By Jeff Mason WASHINGTON U.S. presidents have generally reserved an address from the White House's Oval Office for
2023-06-03 00:21
'Fox & Friends' host Janice Dean slams CDC's cover-up of Howard Zucker's controversial pandemic policies and questions his promotion
'Fox & Friends' host Janice Dean slams CDC's cover-up of Howard Zucker's controversial pandemic policies and questions his promotion
Janice Dean opposes Howard Zucker's appointment as Deputy Director of Global Health, citing his controversial tenure as NY Health Commissioner
2023-08-03 12:20
Anti-war protesters interrupt Antony Blinken at US Senate hearing
Anti-war protesters interrupt Antony Blinken at US Senate hearing
The protests interrupted a hearing on national security funding that would aid Israel and Ukraine.
2023-11-01 05:19
Football transfer rumours: Saudi Pro League's Lewandowski intention; Barcelona plot loan raid
Football transfer rumours: Saudi Pro League's Lewandowski intention; Barcelona plot loan raid
Sunday's football transfer rumours, with updates on Robert Lewandowski, Jadon Sancho, Ivan Toney, Victor Osimhen & more.
2023-10-01 16:18
Bayern Munich vs Man Utd LIVE: Champions League score and latest updates as Christian Eriksen denied early
Bayern Munich vs Man Utd LIVE: Champions League score and latest updates as Christian Eriksen denied early
Manchester United will face a tough test when they travel to the Allianz Arena to face Bayern Munich for their opening fixture in this year’s Champions League group stages. Erik ten Hag’s team are in disarray thanks to three defeats in four Premier League matches and an ever-expanding injury list. The Red Devils have lacked the conviction and skill to beat big teams like Arsenal or well-drilled upstarts such as Brighton. It’s a situation that can only get worse as they face the Bundesliga champions in Germany tonight. Bayern signed England captain Harry Kane in the summer and he has made an immediate impact leading the line, scoring four goals in as many games for the club. Kane left Spurs to chase silverware with the prolific German side and he will want to impress on the biggest stage in Europe. Follow all the action from the Allianz Arena below. Plus you can get all the football betting sites offers and latest Champions League odds here. Read More Manchester United’s date with Harry Kane is a reminder of what they could have had Tottenham have Harry Kane ‘buy-back clause’ as Daniel Levy reveals option How the Champions League lost its spark and led to the end of an era
2023-09-21 03:16
Teams want to play us now, says Dutch coach Cook
Teams want to play us now, says Dutch coach Cook
Netherlands' Ryan Cook on Saturday said fellow coaches of other teams have approached him to fit the Dutch into their cricket schedule after an eye-catching...
2023-11-11 22:53