Disney faces $5M lawsuit over facial recognition at Disneyland

A class-action lawsuit filed in California federal court alleges that Disney fails to properly disclose its collection of biometric data, including facial scans, from visitors to Disneyland, including children. The lawsuit seeks $5 million in damages for violations of Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), which requires explicit consent before collecting biometric data. The complaint claims Disney does not inform guests that their facial geometry is being captured and stored when they enter the park or use certain attractions. This case highlights growing concerns over privacy and the use of facial recognition technology in public spaces.