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CIPL Report Calls for Risk-Based Approach to Biometrics Regulation

The Centre for Information Policy Leadership (CIPL) has released a report addressing the complex landscape of biometric technology regulation. The report…

May 3, 2024

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Suspect Charged After ClubsNSW Data Breach

A 46-year-old man has been arrested and charged with blackmail in connection with the extensive ClubsNSW data breach. The breach exposed the personal…

May 3, 2024

Facing Spillover Gang Violence from Sweden, Danes Look to FRT

Microsoft Strengthens Ban on Police Use of Azure AI for Facial Recognition

Microsoft has strengthened its restrictions on the use of its Azure OpenAI Service for facial recognition purposes by law enforcement, with the updated terms…

May 3, 2024

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Two More Businesses Face Time Clock BIPA Lawsuits

Two additional companies are facing BIPA lawsuits over biometric time and attendance tracking technology. One of them, Anviz Global Inc., is a supplier of…

May 3, 2024

Liberia Embarks On National Biometric ID Project

The Government of Liberia, via the National Identification Registry (NIR), is preparing to initiate a comprehensive mass-enrollment program for both citizens…

May 3, 2024

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Proposed Bill Would Extend Colorado’s Facial Recognition Task Force

House Bill 1468, which aims to broaden the responsibilities and membership of the Colorado General Assembly’s task force on facial recognition and biometric…

May 3, 2024

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AI Update: ‘The Dumbest Model Any of You Will Have to Use Again’

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

May 3, 2024

Identity News Digest – May 2, 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: PE Firm…

May 2, 2024

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PE Firm Permira to Take Controlling Stake in BioCatch

Permira, a global private equity firm, plans to acquire a majority stake in BioCatch, at a valuation of $1.3 billion. BioCatch, founded in 2011, is known for…

May 2, 2024

Shanghai University Researchers Claim Success in Quantum Hack of RSA Encryption

NSW Data Breach May Have Impacted a Million Pub and Club Patrons

New South Wales (NSW) authorities are investigating a significant data breach impacting over 1 million patrons of pubs and clubs in the Australian state. The…

May 2, 2024

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