Amazon automated workplace analytics criticised for multiple use
AWS Panorama, a new service enabling the automated analysis of workplace security camera footage, has been criticised for its dual use nature. According to Amazon, Panorama can be used to 'evaluate manufacturing quality, identify bottlenecks in industrial processes, and monitor workplace safety and security.' However, commentators pointed out that the service could easily be used for other purposes, including to monitor employee productivity and performance, raising concerns about surveillance and workplace privacy. System 🤖 Amazon AWS Panorama 🔗 Developer: Amazon Country: USA Sector: Business/professional services Purpose: Assess product quality; Monitor workplace safety & security Technology: CCTV; Computer vision Issue: Privacy ; Surveillance; Dual/multi-use
- Date it happened
- 2020-12-01
- Organisation involved
- Amazon
- Product, system or model
- Panorama
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