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Iris Scanning Set To Secure City In Mexico
kkleiner writes "The million-plus citizens of Leon, Mexico are set to become the first example of a city secured through the power of biometric identification. Iris and face scanning technologies from Global Rainmakers, Inc. will allow people to use their eyes to prove their identify, withdraw money from an ATM, get help at a hospital, and even ride the bus. Whether you're jealous or intimidated by Leon's adoption of widespread eye identification you should pay attention to the project – similar biometric checkpoints are coming to locations near you. Some are already in place."
Rebellious youths with try whatever is available. Making marijuana acceptable means more who abstain now will try - with attendant consequences.
I know folks who are big on heroin etc now. They all stated they would never go past pot, but in truth it was the 'gateway' for them. While it sucks for the people that can indulge in a little pot from time to time overall I think making it illegal benefits wider society (although harshly punishing casual use does seem a bit extreme).