Face.com is developing a revolutionary software that identifies people who have "post" photos on the internet.
The software works on the basis of creating a facial algorithm - a measurement of the arrangement of facial features such as eyes, nose, and mouth. Face.com claims that this technique results in up to 90% accuracy when tested with images of typical faces appearing on social networking sites.
The company previously had to limit the functionality of this software because of concerns regarding private intrusion. However, they have now announced software called Photo Finder (photo finder software) that helps developers build applications that allow people to find anyone on the internet.
Gil Hirsch, general director of Face.com shared with The Sunday Times: "We have launched a service that allows IT professionals to develop face recognition and application technology easily for Application programs according to their own design requirements.
This technology has been used by about 5,000 developers.
This technology has been used by about 5,000 developers. Basically, you can search for information about a person from any of their photos. You can search for family members on Flickr, in the newspaper or on YouTube videos - but it will be very laborious. "
Supporters of the software, including the Red Cross, believe it could be used in the search for missing victims in disasters. However, there are still great concerns about the accuracy of this technology and its impact on private life.