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Hong Kong, Macau Use QR Codes and Biometrics to Speed Cross-border Travel

Hong Kong and Macau have launched a new joint initiative that allows permanent residents to use QR codes and biometrics for border crossings, aimed at…

July 18, 2024

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Advocacy Group Sues San Francisco Over Allegedly Illegal Use of Facial Recognition

San Francisco’s city, county, and police departments are being sued by the non-profit Secure Justice for allegedly using facial recognition technology (FRT)…

July 18, 2024

WEF Highlights Transformative Impact of Digital ID in Pakistan

According to a recent report published to the World Economic Forum (WEF) blog, digital identity is now a fundamental part of everyday life for adults in…

July 18, 2024

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Clear Expands TSA PreCheck Network

Clear has announced yet another expansion of its TSA PreCheck enrollment program, this time to seven additional airports, enhancing convenience for travelers…

July 18, 2024

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Identity News Digest – July 18 2024

Welcome to FindBiometrics’ digest of identity industry news. Here’s what you need to know about the world of digital identity and biometrics today: EES Delayed…

July 18, 2024

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Newest FaceTec Exec Brings Legal, Business Acumen

Trevor Chaplick has officially joined FaceTec’s executive leadership team. After helping the company for years as the company’s outside counsel, he will now…

July 18, 2024

German Village Grocery Store Uses Biometric Age Verification for Self-checkout

Diebold Nixdorf has introduced AI-based age verification technology at a newly reopened 24/7 self-service grocery store in the village of Freckenfeld, Germany.…

July 18, 2024

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Reality Defender Leverages ElevenLabs’ Deepfake Expertise to Detect Synthetic Voices

Reality Defender, a New York-based startup that is dedicated to detecting deepfake media, has announced a partnership with ElevenLabs that is poised to enhance…

July 18, 2024

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SITA Gets Five-Year Contract Extension for Heathrow Upgrade

SITA has been granted a five-year extension on its contract with Heathrow Airport, underscoring Heathrow’s trust in SITA’s capabilities to enhance security and…

July 18, 2024

New Fan Service Integrations Bolster Case for Wicket's Biometric Tech

Identity News Digest – July 17 2024

Welcome to FindBiometrics’ digest of identity industry news. Here’s what you need to know about the world of digital identity and biometrics today: Facial…

July 17, 2024

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