A recently published note from one of the oldest and most prestigious think tanks in the world is making the case for Digital Public Infrastructure. The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace commentary, “The Quad Should Support Democratic … [Read more...] about Quad Should Push DPI to Counter Undemocratic Influence: Carnegie
Australia’s Info Commissioner Clears 7-Eleven Over ‘Inadvertent’ Use of Facial Recognition
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has closed its investigation into 7-Eleven's use of facial recognition technology (FRT), expressing satisfaction with the company's remedial actions. The global convenience store … [Read more...] about Australia’s Info Commissioner Clears 7-Eleven Over ‘Inadvertent’ Use of Facial Recognition
NZ Grocery Chain Says FRT Prevented 130 Serious Incidents
A six-month trial of facial recognition technology at 25 Foodstuffs North Island supermarkets in New Zealand has yielded positive early results, with the company reporting a reduction in crime and incidents of physical and verbal assaults. … [Read more...] about NZ Grocery Chain Says FRT Prevented 130 Serious Incidents
Idemia Completes Field Test for West Virginia’s Mobile Driver’s License
West Virginia could become the next U.S. state to get a mobile driver's license, and the latest to base its digital ID solution on Idemia technology. In a celebratory post on LinkedIn, Chad Daigle suggested that a field test with the … [Read more...] about Idemia Completes Field Test for West Virginia’s Mobile Driver’s License
DoD’s Upgraded ABIS Adds Voice Biometrics
The Department of Defense (DoD) has completed the migration of its Automated Biometrics Identification System (ABIS) to the cloud, having opted for a cautious, incremental approach over a "Big Bang" method. ABIS is a vital system that enables … [Read more...] about DoD’s Upgraded ABIS Adds Voice Biometrics
Birdi Systems Secures Multi-Year Contract for Daytona Beach Airport Upgrade
Birdi Systems, Inc. has been awarded a multi-year contract to modernize and maintain security systems at Daytona Beach International Airport (DBIA) in Florida. The contract includes the installation of biometric facial recognition cameras, a … [Read more...] about Birdi Systems Secures Multi-Year Contract for Daytona Beach Airport Upgrade
Identity News Digest – August 26, 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: Socure Promotes Public Sector Head Matt Thompson to CRO Socure has promoted Matt Thompson, … [Read more...] about Identity News Digest – August 26, 2024
Sri Lankan Government Gears Up for Biometric National ID Project
The staff of the Sri Lankan High Commission in Singapore were recently updated on a forthcoming national data system to be introduced by Sri Lanka's Department of Registration of Persons. The awareness session was held last week at the High … [Read more...] about Sri Lankan Government Gears Up for Biometric National ID Project
Thales Exec Elected IBIA Chair
Neville Pattinson, who serves as the Head of Business Development and Strategic Marketing at Thales Group's Digital Identity & Security Biometric Solutions division, has been elected as the Chair of the International Biometrics + Identity … [Read more...] about Thales Exec Elected IBIA Chair
Biometrics Institute Charts Growth of Multimodal Biometrics, Rising Influence of AI
The Biometrics Institute's latest research reveals six percent growth in multimodal biometrics in 2024, highlighting the industry's shift towards using multiple biometric modalities for enhanced security. The trend reflects a growing … [Read more...] about Biometrics Institute Charts Growth of Multimodal Biometrics, Rising Influence of AI
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