Protective facial masks are becoming a fashion statement across the nation during the coronavirus pandemic but because it's Florida, one man is using python skin.

Face-mask recognition has arrived—for better or worse New algorithms can police whether people are complying with public health guidance. The practice raises familiar questions about data privacy.

With face masks now compulsory or recommended in various parts of the country, how are facial recognition systems functioning?

A Florida shop owner is selling face masks crafted from Burmese python skin to customers looking to make a "fashion statement" while limiting the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19.