Episode 72 — Biometrics and Location: LBS, Wearables, and Wellness Programs

Biometric data and location-based services present unique privacy challenges in the workplace. This episode reviews how employers use tools like fingerprint scanners, facial recognition, GPS tracking, and wearable devices to monitor attendance, productivity, and health. We’ll cover the privacy risks, consent requirements, and the patchwork of state laws, such as Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), that impose specific obligations.

We’ll also look at wellness programs and the sensitive data they generate, including health metrics and activity tracking. For exam purposes, focus on where biometric and location data receive heightened protections, and how these rules affect employer practices. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com