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:
Eurotunnel Activates Full EES Registration Flow for Passengers
Eurotunnel has implemented the full registration workflow for the European Union’s Entry-Exit System for non-EU passengers using the LeShuttle service. The infrastructure includes dedicated kiosks designed to capture facial images and fingerprints from travelers to comply with new Schengen border requirements. This activation marks a significant milestone in the technical preparation for biometric border controls between the United Kingdom and France.
JKIA to Add Self-Service Check-In and Biometric Entry Systems
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is set to install biometric entry systems and self-service kiosks as part of a major terminal upgrade program. The new technology aims to automate passenger processing and reduce wait times by utilizing facial recognition for identity verification at various checkpoints. The initiative represents an effort by Kenyan aviation authorities to modernize infrastructure and enhance airport security.
Mount Sinai Rolls Out Biometric Patient Identity Checks
Mount Sinai Health System has deployed biometric identity checks across its ambulatory practices and urgent care centers to ensure accurate patient identification. The system uses palm-vein scanning to link patients to their electronic health records, reducing the risk of medical record duplication and identity fraud. This rollout highlights the increasing use of biometric sensors to improve administrative efficiency in large-scale healthcare environments.
Microsoft Queues Edge for Android Fix for Biometrics Setting
Microsoft has identified a bug in the Edge browser for Android and is preparing a fix for the require biometrics setting. The issue previously prevented some users from correctly utilizing fingerprint or facial recognition to secure stored credentials and autofill data. The upcoming update is intended to ensure that biometric authentication remains a reliable layer of security for mobile web browsing.
Spain’s SETT Backs Sybol for Verifiable Credentials Push
The Spanish State Society for Productive Transformation has provided 500,000 euros in funding to Sybol to accelerate the development of verifiable credentials. The investment supports the creation of decentralized identity solutions that allow individuals to share authenticated data without relying on a central authority. This move aligns with broader European efforts to establish sovereign digital identity ecosystems.
DeepIDV Raises 1 Million Seed Round and Opens San Francisco Office
Identity verification startup DeepIDV has secured 1 million dollars in seed funding and established a new San Francisco office to support its expansion. The company specializes in utilizing artificial intelligence to detect sophisticated presentation attacks and fraudulent identity documents. The capital will be used to enhance product development and scale operations in the North American market.
Fee-Based SPID Paths Add Pressure to Italy’s Shift Toward IT Wallet
The introduction of fees for certain paths of Italy’s Public Digital Identity System is accelerating the national transition toward the IT Wallet and the electronic ID card. Government officials are encouraging citizens to adopt the newer, government-issued digital credentials which offer enhanced security features and long-term cost benefits. This shift represents a consolidation of the country’s fragmented digital identity landscape.
Canada Issues RFQ for Digital Fingerprinting and CPIC Verification
The Government of Canada has issued a request for quotations for digital fingerprinting and criminal record verification services. The procurement seeks vendors capable of managing high-volume biometric background checks for employment and licensing purposes. This initiative is part of an ongoing effort to modernize the delivery of civil fingerprinting services across federal agencies.
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By the ID Tech Editorial Team