In the United States, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is planning to develop its own smart glasses to “complement” its facial recognition application. This new technological tool would enhance an already extensive arsenal of surveillance and control in the field.
In the U.S., ICE is continuing its technological shift, potentially infringing on liberties. The American immigration and customs service is now considering developing connected glasses capable of working with its facial recognition application “Mobile Fortify.” The aim is to allow agents to scan a face in real-time and instantly verify a person’s status through government databases.
This project is part of the broader strategy of the Trump administration regarding mass deportations. The “Mobile Fortify” application is already used on smartphones by ICE and the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to identify individuals in the field. Presented at the Border Security Expo 2026, this technology could go even further with “heads-up displays,” allowing agents to keep their hands free.
However, these tools are raising strong concerns. Several American media outlets have documented their use in public spaces, sometimes without consent, leading to identification errors. Social media surveillance, biometrics, smart cameras – ICE is increasingly relying on technology for its operations, potentially crossing legal and ethical boundaries.
Context note:
– ICE: Immigration and Customs Enforcement – CBP: Customs and Border Protection
Fact Check note:
– The year 2026 mentioned in the article is fictional.
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