Welcome to ID Tech’s digest of identity industry news. Here’s what you need to know about the world of digital identity and biometrics today:
1Kosmos Raises $57M to Expand Global Biometric Identity Platform
1Kosmos has secured $57 million in Series B funding, including a $10 million line of credit from Bridge Bank, led by Forgepoint Capital and Oquirrh Ventures. The funding will accelerate product innovation, expand sales in North America, EMEA, and APAC, and strengthen integrations with major identity platforms. Recent milestones include Level 2 Biometric PAD certification and FedRAMP High Authorization.
CBP Launches Facial Biometric Entry System at Nashville International Airport
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has deployed its Enhanced Passenger Processing system at Nashville International Airport, automating facial biometric checks for U.S. citizens arriving from abroad. The system pre-screens travelers before they reach an officer, who remains present for oversight. Travelers may opt out, and Nashville is the 14th U.S. airport to implement the program.
Keyless Highlights Injection Attack Defenses as EU Biometric Standard Gains Traction
Keyless has revealed that its Anti-Inject biometric security technology is compliant with the CEN/TS 18099 standard for detecting biometric injection attacks. The company says its mobile SDK supports the high-level requirements for Extended Level of Identity Proofing, amid rising virtual camera attack threats and the EU’s upcoming EUDI Wallet rollout.
Bahamas Plans Biometric Voter ID Cards with Decadal Verification Under Elections Bill
The Bahamas will introduce 10-year biometric voter ID cards and require in-person voter verification every decade under the Parliamentary Elections (Amendment) Bill 2025. Prime Minister Philip Davis stressed voting will remain manual and voluntary. About 80 percent of voters’ biometrics are already held by the Passport Office and may be transferred with consent.
Hybrid Hand Biometric System Achieves 99.29 Percent Accuracy in Scientific Reports Study
A study in Scientific Reports reports a 99.29 percent identification rate for a hybrid hand biometric system combining handcrafted features and deep learning. The approach outperformed EfficientNet in tests and maintained consistent accuracy across multiple classifiers, with potential applications in security, forensics, and human-computer interaction.
Dominican Republic Launches Facial Recognition Pilot at Haiti Border
The Dominican Republic has begun testing facial recognition technology at official crossings in Pedernales to regulate cross-border trade and improve border security. Foreign nationals in binational markets will be required to register biometrics. Dermalog is supplying the system, which is part of a broader border security initiative including a biometric-equipped wall.
Epay Systems to Pay $1.53M in BIPA Settlement Over Employee Timekeeping System
Epay Systems has agreed to a $1.53 million settlement in Mrozek v. Epay Systems Inc. over alleged BIPA violations tied to its biometric time clocks. Illinois employees who used the system between May 2019 and May 2024 may be eligible for payouts estimated at $1,000 or more per claim. The settlement awaits final approval in November 2025.
By the ID Tech Editorial Team