In December 2025, a new reality took effect at U.S. borders: every non-citizen entering or leaving the country may have their face photographed and processed through biometric systems. No age exemptions. No opt-outs for frequent travellers. The Department of Homeland Security frames this as routine security, a way to “biometrically confirm departure.” But once captured, … Continue reading The face of the future: Why facial recognition demands a rethink of privacy and power