China’s Henan province targets journalists with new surveillance system

Henan has initiated a surveillance system targeting journalists, international students, and migrant women. The system categorizes journalists by threat level and uses advanced facial recognition technology, integrating data from various sources. It is operated by numerous officials and alerts are triggered by specific journalist activities. The system's tender followed a campaign against foreign journalists. Human Rights Watch criticizes the increased surveillance power. A study shows widespread global use of facial recognition, with China leading.

What is the primary focus of the surveillance system introduced in Henan?

• To improve public transportation

• To target journalists, international students, and migrant women

• To track economic growth

• To monitor environmental changes

How does the surveillance system categorize journalists?

• By their perceived threat level as red, yellow, or green

• By their educational background

• By their nationality

• By their age

What technology does the surveillance system use to identify individuals?

• Fingerprint scanning

• Retina scanning

• Voice recognition

• Facial recognition

What triggers a warning in the surveillance system for journalists?

• Attending a concert

• Buying groceries

• Registering at a hotel

• Visiting a museum

Which country is noted for leading in the use of facial recognition technology?

• China

• India

• United States

• Germany