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ShopRite Facial Recognition Use Draws Scrutiny as Connecticut Considers Retail Restrictions
CT Insider reports facial recognition signage at ShopRite stores across Connecticut as lawmakers move toward legislation that would restrict biometric collection in retail. The disclosures highlight data sharing and retention practices while the state debates new limits.
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- Reporters saw facial recognition notices at seven of eight ShopRite stores visited; staff confirmed use at the eighth.
- Signage says facial geometry is analyzed for security and non-matched data may be retained for up to 90 days.
- Connecticut legislators say they plan to introduce a bill that would prohibit biometric collection in retail settings.
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Retail biometric deployments continue to attract regulatory attention as states weigh consent, notice, and retention requirements.