Looks they are running into a state law forbiding biometric scanning without disclosure and consent. IOW, they just have to include it in the terms of service nobody reads.

BIPA saves the day yet again. If your state doesn't have a law similar to Illinois' BIPA you should call your representatives immediately to advocate for it.

“The data we share is navigational data used to make sidewalks safer for all users,” the Coco spokesperson continued. “For example, we provide real-time sidewalk hazard information to BlindSquare, a navigation app built for people who are blind or have low vision. ..."

It's always for someone's safety, for fuck's sake, even if doesn't make any sense. Always some vile argument that, when refuted, makes you the inconsiderate person who doesn't think of others' safety.

Very surprised to read about blind people being the excuse this time, not children.

And eventually the companies behind them will get sued and have to pay about threefiddy in damages.

IR and UV LED strobe flares and directional EMPs under weighted faraday blankets.