Hungary on EU watchlist over surveillance at Pride

Hungary on EU watchlist over surveillance at Pride

Budapest has opened the door to using AI facial recognition to identify LGBTQ+ protestors.

The case of Hungary is the first test of the EU's Artificial Intelligence Regulation (AI Act).

European Commission verifies the legality of using facial recognition to identify participants in LGBT Pride events.

EU law on artificial intelligence prohibits the use of facial recognition systems in real time. They are now investigating whether this can be implemented in Hungary.

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The European Union has launched an investigation into Hungary after the government banned Pride events and allowed participants to be identified using facial recognition technology. Brussels' concerns focus on restrictions on the right to assembly and possible violations of the AI regulation. The Hungarian government could be hit with further cuts to funding or a significant fine.