Sydney Pubs Deploy Facial Recognition to Block Self-Excluded Gamblers
Facial recognition technology is being implemented in Sydney pubs as part of an initiative to identify and prevent self-excluded gamblers from accessing gaming…
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Vision-Box Launches Biometric Border Control System at Sint Maarten Airport
Vision-Box has successfully implemented its Seamless Border Programme at Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) in Sint Maarten, marking a significant…
Major Australian Retail Chain Found in Breach of Privacy Laws Over Facial Recognition Use
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has determined that Bunnings Group Limited violated Australian privacy laws by implementing facial…
ID Tech Digest – November 18, 2024
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: Phased…
Thales Eyes Profit Growth Amid Cybersecurity Expansion
Thales, Europe’s largest defense technology company, has unveiled ambitious growth targets, projecting annual sales increases of five percent to seven percent…
IQE to Conduct Strategic Review Amid Challenging Market Conditions
British semiconductor wafer maker IQE, a key supplier for Apple’s facial recognition technology in iPhones, has announced plans to initiate a strategic review…
New York State Mandates MFA and Biometric Authentication in New AI Cybersecurity Guidance
The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has issued new guidance emphasizing the importance of multi-factor authentication (MFA) and biometric…
Phased Enforcement Plan Could Push REAL ID Implementation to 2027 for Some States
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a phased enforcement approach that could effectively extend for REAL ID implementation deadline to…
Jamaica Launches NIDS Digital ID Card Distribution to Initial 300 Citizens
Jamaica has begun distributing National Identification System (NIDS) cards to citizens as part of its comprehensive national digital ID implementation program.…
Malaysia-Singapore QR Code Border System to Expand After Successful Pilot
Malaysia and Singapore’s cross-border QR code trial system has demonstrated significant efficiency improvements since its implementation in June 2024, building…