Chinese town Wuhan has begun using face recognition with driving licences to ensnare drivers breaking the rules and streamline other services..The metropolitan traffic management bureau Tuesday updated its online service platform to use a combination of facial recognition and big data technology.The platform will simplify the procedures of over 130 traffic-related services, including those related to vehicles, driving licenses and traffic offences, so that residents can scan their face instead of providing their ID for identification purposes.The face scanning technology is safe and takes just a few milliseconds, according to Tan Wei, a traffic management official. It saves a digital photograph so that applicants do not need to provide physical photographs when applying for a driving license.The platform will also be used for case investigation, as it can help police officers locate suspects.
Chinese town using face recognition for traffic violations
