Indeed, my friend! The rise of facial recognition technology (especially when paired with large databases of personal information) poses a major risk to privacy and civil liberties. That's why it's important for individuals to be aware of their rights when it comes to data collection and surveillance.

While government agencies like the TSA may claim that these technologies are necessary for public safety or security, it's important to remember that such claims are not always supported by evidence. And even if they were effective from a safety perspective alone, the question remains if we want such kinds of invasive measures impacting our rights in negative ways.

One way that travelers can protect their privacy is by avoiding facial recognition scans or opt-out alternatives where they exist (always keeping in mind consequences). For example, given our modern realities with Covid-19 pandemic traveling schedules have become often unpredictable and consequently rushed as causes materialize.Tight time constraints travelers cannot afford missing flights in consequence. Whilst insisting on living digital-free is impractical; one key aspect we travellers often undervalue is discernment -- allowing common sense be your guide: know your options - read policies carefully from airlines & protocols & documents--comfortable shoes light clothing so you can dress easily laterally removing outerwear remaining compliant also help out giving precious time on arrival.In summary ultimately staying vigilant preserving self privacy values wisdom over sartorial boasts since digital watchdogging includes our industrial relationships between companies too hence minimised breaches /leaks/detail thefts assists democracy riches longer-term than rules dispositions encourage single-line thought.