Maccabi Israel Partners with LockOnCam to Prevent Harassment in Sports
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Maccabi Israel has partnered with LockOnCam to implement an encrypted audio-video recording system called "DuaLoc" across its sports clubs. The initiative aims to prevent harassment and ensure a safe environment for athletes by documenting private interactions with dual consent. The system provides a deterrent against misconduct and protects professionals from false accusations, setting a new standard for safety in Israeli sports.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Maccabi Israel and LockOnCam launched a partnership to prevent harassment in sports.
- The "DuaLoc" system uses encrypted audio-video recording with dual consent.
- The technology aims to deter misconduct during private athlete-professional interactions.
- Access to recordings is controlled and requires consent if a complaint is filed.
- The initiative seeks to create a safer and more transparent environment for athletes.
- The system also protects professionals from false accusations of misconduct.
Maccabi Israel has launched a strategic partnership with the company LockOnCam to implement an encrypted documentation system aimed at preventing harassment within sports organizations. This initiative, part of Maccabi Israel's broader safety project, follows a successful pilot program and seeks to create a safer environment for athletes, families, and staff.
The "DuaLoc" system addresses the challenge of deterring inappropriate behavior and harassment during private interactions, such as one-on-one training sessions or physiotherapy appointments, without compromising privacy. The technology, protected by patent, records audio and video only after both parties consent. The data is then stored in a digital vault, inaccessible for daily monitoring. Access to the recordings for review is only permitted if a complaint of harassment or misconduct arises, and requires the consent of both individuals involved, managed by the club's designated safety officer.
LockOnCam CEO Dr. Eli Antopolsky stated that the system provides a practical solution for parents concerned about their children's safety and privacy, ensuring athletes and professionals can coexist securely and with mutual trust. He added that the goal is to create an environment where safety and privacy are not mutually exclusive.
Naor Galili, CEO of Maccabi Israel, emphasized that the partnership sets a new standard for safety and transparency in Israeli sports, reflecting the organization's responsibility towards its athletes and their families. He highlighted LockOnCam as a technological partner chosen for its innovation and commitment to organizational culture, inviting all Maccabi Israel clubs to adopt the system.
