Amazon adds controversial AI facial recognition to Ring

Amazon's addition of controversial AI facial recognition to Ring sparks privacy controversy as Electronic Frontier Foundation critics argue the AI upgrade expands surveillance risks. This move has significant implications for the use of Ring devices, which are increasingly being used by homeowners and businesses to monitor their properties. For website owners, this development means that they need to be aware of the potential risks associated with using Ring devices on their properties, particularly if they have public-facing areas or handle sensitive customer data. The use of facial recognition technology can raise concerns about customer privacy and data protection, which can impact a website owner's reputation and compliance with data protection regulations. To mitigate these risks, website owners can take several steps: firstly, review their use of Ring devices and consider alternative security measures that do not involve facial recognition; secondly, update their privacy policies to reflect the use of facial recognition technology and ensure transparency with customers; and thirdly, monitor their llms.txt files to ensure that they are not inadvertently allowing Ring devices to track or collect data on their website visitors.