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The ‘Enemies List’ at Madison Square Garden

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Jan 18, 2023
Kashmir Hill, a technology reporter for The New York Times, dives into the unsettling use of facial recognition at Madison Square Garden. She discusses how this technology has led to the blacklisting of lawyers involved in lawsuits against the venue. The conversation raises critical concerns about privacy, corporate retaliation, and the ethical implications of surveillance. Hill also examines the legal complexities surrounding this practice, contrasting it with privacy laws in other states. It's a thought-provoking look at the blurry line between security and individual rights.
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INSIGHT

Nicolette's Firm

  • Nicolette Landy is a lawyer whose firm is involved in a lawsuit against MSG.
  • MSG bans all lawyers from firms suing them, regardless of their involvement in the suit.
ANECDOTE

James Dolan's Temperament

  • James Dolan, owner of MSG, has a history of public feuds and banning fans.
  • He banned former Knicks player Charles Oakley from MSG.
INSIGHT

MSG's Ban

  • MSG sent letters to approximately 90 law firms with active lawsuits against them.
  • The letters stated that lawyers at those firms were banned from MSG venues.
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