Edmonton Police Test Facial Recognition on Bodycams
Edmonton Police Service launches a controversial pilot with Axon, testing facial recognition on body-worn cameras. Critics warn it turns accountability tools into mass surveillance.
Edmonton Police Service launches a controversial pilot with Axon, testing facial recognition on body-worn cameras. Critics warn it turns accountability tools into mass surveillance.
The Edmonton Police Service will pilot officer-worn cameras with facial recognition software. Supt. Kurt Martin demonstrated the technology on Dec. 2, 2025. Learn about the implications.
Edmonton Police Service launches a global first trial of Axon's facial recognition body-worn cameras. The month-long test aims to enhance officer and public safety by flagging individuals with warrants or safety cautions. Read the details.