Official announcement from Microsoft

UK ICO Investigates Microsoft's 'Recall' AI Feature for Privacy Concerns

May 31, 2024, 02:50 PM

Microsoft is under scrutiny for its new 'Recall' AI feature, which tracks user activity on PCs. The UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) is investigating the tool due to privacy concerns. The feature, which promises a 'photographic memory' for laptops by taking screenshots every few seconds, has raised alarms among cybersecurity experts and privacy advocates. The ICO has confirmed it is making enquiries with Microsoft regarding the potential privacy implications of this technology. The investigation was reported by RobinsonCole.