Madison Square Garden database tracked hundreds, tagging LGBTQIA and risk levels

A database operated by Madison Square Garden collected data on hundreds of individuals. The records included demographic tags such as LGBTQIA. Each entry was assigned a risk rating ranging from low to high. The system was designed for surveillance purposes. The existence of the database raises privacy concerns. Critics argue the labeling could be discriminatory. The story highlights broader issues of data collection in entertainment venues. Further scrutiny may lead to regulatory responses.