The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has warned two city councils of potential data protection breaches in AI-powered video surveillance projects.

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has issued formal warnings to two local municipalities regarding their planned implementation of video surveillance systems. The projects in question involve the integration of artificial intelligence to perform automated image analysis, raising concerns about potential non-compliance with data protection regulations.

These warnings underscore the regulatory scrutiny currently applied to the use of biometric and automated analysis technologies in public spaces. The AEPD's intervention highlights the legal requirements for municipalities to ensure that AI-driven surveillance initiatives align with existing privacy frameworks.