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SF gay bars end use of "dangerous & invasive" tech that collects facial scans & personal data
Summary by LGBTQ News Editorial Desk Daniel Villarreal , as published by LGBTQ Nation
· August 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This technology, called Patronscan Guard+, uses cameras and scanners to collect personal data from patrons.
In the local area, two San Francisco bars have stopped using a certain technology. This technology, called Patronscan Guard+, uses cameras and scanners to collect personal data from patrons. The data collected includes facial scans, government-issued ID information, and other personal details.
The technology was used for various purposes, including tracking fake IDs and flagging certain customers. However, some people were concerned about the potential risks of collecting this data, particularly for the LGBTQ + community. Further details about this technology and the bars that stopped using it are available from the source, LGBTQ Nation.
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Category: rights Published: August 10, 2026 Source: LGBTQ Nation Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In the local area, two San Francisco bars have stopped using a certain technology. This technology, called Patronscan Guard+, uses cameras and scanners to collect personal data from patrons. The data…
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