A look behind the new facial recognition technology at Twins stadium
Getting through the gates at a Twins game just got a high-tech upgrade. Starting this season, fans at Target Field can opt into facial recognition entry—no tickets, no phones, just a quick scan and you’re in. It’s faster, it’s hands-free, and it’s part of a growing trend across Major League Baseball. But as with any new tech, it raises big questions about privacy, security, and trust. MPR’s “Minnesota Now” dives into the details with AI expert Manjeet Rege.
@mprnews Target Field is in the next wave of Major League Baseball parks to start using facial-recognition stadium entry. Starting opening day, fans can opt-in to the MLB’s “Go-Ahead Entry” technology which uses a camera to authenticate the entrant and automatically scan their tickets once they’re identified. The tech was first used in the Philadelphia Phillies ballpark in 2023. The service is opt-in only and traditional entry lanes will still be available. There will be four participating “go-ahead entry” gates at Target Field: Gates 34, 29, 6 and 3. The Minnesota Twins’ home opener game is 3:10 p.m. Thursday, April 3 against the Houston Astros. Video by Anne Guttridge
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