DoD Mulls Expedited Acquisition Process for AI Tech
The Department of Defense is considering creating a dedicated acquisition pathway for artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline and expedite AI capabilities…
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After New Hearing, Judge ‘Fears’ BIPA Case Against Google Will Have to Proceed
A class-action lawsuit alleging that Google misused Illinois residents’ biometric data has recently gained traction after surviving a third motion to dismiss.…
GSA Launches Face-Based Sign-In for Login.gov
The General Services Administration (GSA) has officially announced the general availability of facial recognition technology for Login.gov, its single sign-on…
Leidos Wins Six-Year, $249M Contract for Army’s Biometric Security Upgrade
Leidos has been awarded a six-year, $249 million Automated Installation Entry (AIE) Next Generation contract by the U.S. Army Contract Command for the Program…
EU Officials Mull Remote Biometric Registration Ahead of Likely EES Delay
The implementation of the European Union’s planned biometric border control system is all but certain to be delayed again. Citing “EU diplomat sources”, The…
Nigeria Looks to Contactless Biometric Capture for Remote Passport Renewal
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced plans to introduce a digital passport renewal system that includes contactless fingerprint and facial…
Biometric Tech Key to Healthcare’s Fight Against Fraud: HID
HID Global is making the case for biometrics in the healthcare sector’s fight against fraud. In a recent blog post, HID’s Chris Neely highlights how biometric…
Indonesia Urges on ASEAN Digital Economy Negotiations as DPI Strategizing Intensifies
Indonesia is pushing for the members of ASEAN to speed up negotiations over a proposed “Digital Economy Framework Agreement” (DEFA) that would include support…
European Commission Proposes Digital Passport App for Schengen Travel
The European Commission has introduced a proposal to digitalise passports and identity cards under a new initiative called the “EU Digital Travel application,”…
OMB Guidance on AI Procurement Stresses Need to Avoid Bias, Vendor Lock-In
The White House Office of Management and Budget has issued a new formal guidance concerning the procurement of artificial intelligence tools, with important…