Australia has announced plans to implement what could become the world's strictest social media age verification requirements, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveiling legislation that would effectively ban users under 16 from major platforms. … [Read more...] about Australia to Require Age Verification for Social Media, Bans Users Under 16
SITA and IDEMIA Partner to Enhance Digital Identity Security in Air Travel
SITA and IDEMIA Public Security have announced a partnership to enhance interoperability and security within air travel identity systems. The collaboration aims to establish an open trust network for digital identity verification across the travel … [Read more...] about SITA and IDEMIA Partner to Enhance Digital Identity Security in Air Travel
Committee Urges New Rules for Facial Recognition as UK Retail Crime Hits Record Levels
The UK House of Lords' Justice and Home Affairs Committee has called for new regulations governing facial recognition technology, following an inquiry into rising retail crime. The committee's investigation revealed that shoplifting incidents have … [Read more...] about Committee Urges New Rules for Facial Recognition as UK Retail Crime Hits Record Levels
ID Tech Digest – November 6, 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: TECH5 to Provide Livescan Tech to Virginia Police via $54M Contract TECH5 has secured a $54 million, … [Read more...] about ID Tech Digest – November 6, 2024
TECH5 to Provide Livescan Tech to Virginia Police via $54M Contract
TECH5 has secured a 15-year contract with the Virginia State Police valued at approximately $54 million to modernize the state's fingerprinting and identification systems. The project involves deploying approximately 800 Livescan systems across … [Read more...] about TECH5 to Provide Livescan Tech to Virginia Police via $54M Contract
New Zealand Announces Digital ID Trust Framework
New Zealand is implementing a comprehensive Trust Framework for digital identity services, joining a growing number of countries adopting standardized approaches to digital identity management. The framework, which will take effect on November 8, … [Read more...] about New Zealand Announces Digital ID Trust Framework
Philippines Post Office Launches Digital ID System
The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) launched a new biometric-enabled ID system, known as the Postal ID, during its 257th Anniversary celebration this week. The system incorporates fingerprint verification and facial recognition capabilities, … [Read more...] about Philippines Post Office Launches Digital ID System
IDEMIA Public Security Names New Chief Technology Officer
IDEMIA Public Security has appointed Vincent Bouatou as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Head of the International CTO Office, effective November 5. The appointment comes as the company continues to expand its biometric technology offerings and … [Read more...] about IDEMIA Public Security Names New Chief Technology Officer
Kenya to Require Importers, Travelers to Declare Mobile Device Identifiers
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has introduced new regulations requiring passengers and importers to declare International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers of mobile devices when entering Kenya. While not a biometric identifier, IMEI … [Read more...] about Kenya to Require Importers, Travelers to Declare Mobile Device Identifiers
ID Tech Digest – November 5, 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: IN Groupe Completes Acquisition of Nexi’s eID Business IN Groupe, the French state-owned identity … [Read more...] about ID Tech Digest – November 5, 2024
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