All mobile phone users in China registering new SIM cards must submit to facial recognition scans.
The measure, which came into effect on Sunday, was described by the ministry of industry and information as a way to “protect the legitimate rights and interest of citizens in cyberspace”. However, the technology makes it easier for phone and internet users to be tracked raising concern over privacy.
Human rights advocates have described the measure as a step towards a “dystopian surveillance state”. Follow the link in bio to find out more.
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The measure, which came into effect on Sunday, was described by the ministry of industry and information as a way to “protect the legitimate rights and interest of citizens in cyberspace”. However, the technology makes it easier for phone and internet users to be tracked raising concern over privacy.
Human rights advocates have described the measure as a step towards a “dystopian surveillance state”. Follow the link in bio to find out more.
https://t.me/news_in_levels_video
https://t.me/English_news_in_levels