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Ryanair Faces GDPR Complaint Over Biometric Verification Process

Ryanair is under scrutiny from EU Travel Tech – a lobby group representing the interests of travel technology companies and online travel agencies in Europe –…

May 22, 2024

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Hong Kong Orders Halt to Worldcoin Operations

[UPDATE 05/23/24: This story has been updated to include a response from Worldcoin.] Hong Kong’s privacy watchdog has concluded a three-month investigation…

May 22, 2024

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AI Update: ScarJo Takes a Stand Against Deepfake Tech

Welcome to the newest edition of FindBiometrics’ AI update. Here’s the latest big news on the shifting landscape of AI and identity technology: Meta’s AI…

May 22, 2024

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Materna IPS Becomes SITA’s ‘Biggest Acquisition Ever’

SITA has announced its acquisition of Materna IPS, an IT services firm specializing in passenger handling in the air travel sector. SITA, meanwhile, is of…

May 22, 2024

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Identity News Digest – May 22, 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: IDEMIA Gets…

May 22, 2024

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IDEMIA Gets World-First ISO Mobile ID Certification

IDEMIA has attained certification for its mIDReader and Verify SDK based on the International Standard Organization ISO 18013 Part 5: Mobile driving license…

May 21, 2024

Bermuda Human Rights Watchdog Raises FRT Concerns

The implementation of facial-recognition technology as part of Bermuda’s new security camera network has raised privacy and human rights concerns. The Bermuda…

May 21, 2024

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North Wales Police Pilot Facial Recognition at Holyhead Port

North Wales Police are conducting a two-day pilot program using live facial recognition technology at Holyhead Port. The technology aims to identify…

May 21, 2024

CBP Scans Travelers in Their Cars at Arizona Border Crossing

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is conducting a month-long pilot program at the Mariposa Port of Entry in Nogales, Arizona, testing biometric facial…

May 21, 2024

DoD Issues RFI for Advanced Biometric Wellness Solution

Oura Adds More Health Tracking Features for Women

Oura, the company behind the popular Oura Ring wearable, has announced three new features aimed at enhancing women’s health monitoring. Dubbed Cycle Insights…

May 21, 2024

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