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Asda Chooses FaiceTech for Facial Recognition

The supermarket chain selected FaiceTech to trial live facial recognition across five Greater Manchester stores, helping protect staff and reduce retail crime.

As featured in Retail Gazette, The Grocer & Biometric Update

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Webinar: More Critical Questions to Ask Facial Recognition Providers

FaiceTech is hosting a live webinar, continuing the conversation from our Retail Risk London roundtable. Date and registration details coming soon.

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Retail Risk London 2026: FaiceTech Is Exhibiting

FaiceTech is exhibiting at Retail Risk London on 18 June. Meet the team and see live facial recognition demos built for retail loss prevention.

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Retail Technology Show 2026: Find FaiceTech at Stand P90

FaiceTech is exhibiting at ExCel London, 22–23 April, alongside Axis Communications. Visit Stand P90 for live facial recognition demos.

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The Security Event 2026: See FaiceTech Live at NEC Birmingham

FaiceTech is exhibiting at The Security Event, NEC Birmingham, 28–30 April. See live facial recognition demos for surveillance, access control and investigations.

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The True Cost of Retail Crime in 2026

5.45 million thefts, 1,600 daily incidents of staff abuse and over £5bn spent on prevention. What the latest figures actually tell us, and what works.

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Sources: BRC Crime Survey 2026, ONS

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The Rules Are Catching Up With the Cameras

Facial recognition is rolling out across UK policing and retail faster than the law around it is being written. What responsible deployment looks like in the meantime.

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Sources: GOV.UK, UK Parliament POST, Biometric Update

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54% of UK Adults Back Facial Recognition in Retail

New national research shows the public is warming to facial recognition in shops, and sends retailers a clear message about how it must be done.

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Source: Face Int UK / Opinium survey

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Met LFR Pilot: One Arrest Every 35 Minutes

Fixed cameras on Croydon’s high street delivered 173 arrests and a double-digit fall in crime. Here is what made it work.

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Source: Metropolitan Police

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Why You Need a Specialist FR Provider

Facial recognition is not an off-the-shelf solution. Learn why choosing a specialist provider matters for accuracy, compliance, and long-term support.

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Data Separation: A Cyber Security Essential

Putting all your data with one provider is a huge cyber security risk. Find out why data segregation matters and the questions you should be asking.

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UK Shoplifting Crackdown 2026

The UK government has announced a major crackdown on shoplifting. Here's what it means for retailers and how facial recognition technology fits into the response.

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FaiceTech’s Latest NIST FRVT Scores Released

Independent testing confirms industry-leading accuracy across all benchmarks. See what the numbers mean for real-world deployments.

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FaiceTech’s 99.99% Accuracy in Real-World CCTV Deployments

Why lab results mean nothing if they don’t hold up on the street. How FaiceTech handles lighting, angles and crowds.

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How to Respond to a Facial Recognition Alert in Retail

An alert is not a verdict. Learn why a calm, customer-service approach keeps staff safe, protects your brand and can even turn theft into a sale.

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How Facial Recognition Works: For the Non-Technical

A jargon-free guide to understanding face recognition technology. From camera capture to matching, explained simply.

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You Can’t Outsource Responsibility: Data Controllers and Facial Recognition

Using facial recognition? You’re a data controller, and no supplier indemnity clause changes that. The ICO holds everyone in the chain accountable.

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Data Segregation: Don’t Put All Your Eggs in One Basket

Why depending on a single supplier for your facial recognition data is a risk you can’t afford. Independent databases protect your business.

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Independent vs Shared Database Models: Think It Through

A practical guide to choosing the right facial recognition database architecture. Understand the risks before signing with any supplier.

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Decoding the Terminology: AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning & Facial Recognition

Breaking down the buzzwords. What's the difference between AI, machine learning, and deep learning, and where does facial recognition fit into the picture?

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Live Facial Recognition vs. Retrospective Facial Recognition

Facial recognition has emerged as a powerful tool with diverse applications. We explore the key differences between live and retrospective approaches.

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Enhancing Retail Security with Retrospective Facial Recognition

Increasing challenges related to crime and violence have forced retailers to seek innovative solutions. Here's how retrospective FR is changing the game.

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Ensuring Data Privacy & Human Rights in Local Convenience

It is crucial for local convenience shops to be vigilant and avoid relying on off-the-shelf NVR solutions that may compromise data privacy.

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Positive Effects of Facial Recognition in Casinos & Bookies

There are many positive effects that facial recognition is bringing to the gambling sector, from self-exclusion enforcement to responsible gaming support.

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Choosing the Right Facial Recognition Provider

Key factors to consider when choosing a live facial recognition supplier in the UK, from accuracy and compliance to deployment and ongoing support.

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UK Government Invests £55M in Police Facial Recognition

The Home Secretary announced a four-year, £55 million investment to expand police use of facial recognition technology across the country.

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Source: Home Office announcement

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Empowering Justice: Live Facial Recognition in Combating Exploitation

Exploring the role live facial recognition plays in combating exploitation of vulnerable individuals and supporting law enforcement investigations.

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FaiceTech Featured in Police Life Magazine

Police Life introduces FaiceTech's cutting-edge British-built facial recognition solutions and their role in supporting frontline policing.

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Published by Police Life

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Striking the Balance: Retail Crime Prevention & Data Privacy

Leveraging facial recognition for retail crime prevention while respecting data privacy and human rights. Getting the balance right matters.

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FaiceTech Joins Secured by Design

FaiceTech is recognised as a Secured by Design member company, reinforcing its commitment to reducing crime through trusted, privacy-first technology.

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Published by Secured by Design

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