NFL to begin using face scanning tech across all of its stadiums

The NFL is rolling out Wicket’s facial recognition system across all 32 teams to streamline credentialing and secure access to restricted areas, following a six-stadium pilot and with integration from Accredit Solutions. Other sports leagues use similar tech, and while proponents tout efficiency and accountability, privacy advocates warn of surveillance risks and call for strict safeguards and opt-in consent. Wicket asserts users must opt in, and the NFL has not publicly addressed the privacy concerns.