White Paper
November 2020
Evaluating Facial Recognition Technology: A Protocol for Performance Assessment in New Domains
Facial recognition technology (FRT), namely the set of computer vision techniques to identify individuals from images, has proliferated throughout society. Individuals use FRT to unlock smartphones, computer appliances, and cars.3 Retailers use FRT to monitor stores for shoplifters and perform more targeted advertising.Banks use FRT as an identification mechanism at ATMs. Airports and airlines use FRT to identify travelers.