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Stephen Downes

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At first glance it seems outrageous. "Madison Square Garden Entertainment has begun using facial recognition technology to identify any visitor to any of its venues - including Radio City Music Hall - who is involved with any law firm that is actively involved in litigation against MSG Entertainment." But at the same time, who can blame them? It's "a straightforward policy that precludes attorneys pursuing active litigation against the Company from attending events at our venues," says the company, noting that "litigation creates an inherently adverse environment." I can easily imagine universities barring lawyers from their classrooms in similar circumstances.

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