Stadiums Are Embracing Face Recognition. Privacy Advocates Say They Should Stick to Sports

The report describes growing use of facial recognition for expedited entry at MLB and some NFL venues, highlighting participating teams and vendors (e.g., Wicket, Clear), and noting protests over privacy, security, and potential mission creep. While organizations claim the programs are opt-in and secure, critics raise concerns about surveillance risks and data access. The piece clarifies usage scope across leagues and teams and includes limited official comment.