Explore the journey of TinyML from face detection demonstrations to large-scale commercial deployment in this 31-minute talk from the EMEA 2021 tinyML conference. Gain insights into the challenges and solutions encountered when transitioning from proof-of-concept to real-world applications, including addressing varying object distances and light conditions. Learn about the first widely deployed commercial consumer case study, planned for implementation in millions of notebooks. Discover the potential of TinyML technology and its advantages in using low-cost MCUs, while understanding the technological gaps that need to be bridged for successful business implementation. Delve into topics such as Project Athena, power domain considerations, engineering challenges, and emergency response applications.