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: OMB Guidance on AI Procurement Stresses Need to Avoid Bias, Vendor Lock-In The White House Office of … [Read more...] about ID Tech Digest – October 8, 2024
Biometric Screening Expected to Be Key to 2026 World Cup Fan Influx
With sports-related travel surging, biometric security technology will play an increasingly important role from the border to the stadium gates. As Travel and Tour World notes, this summer's Copa America tournament witnessed an 11 percent increase in … [Read more...] about Biometric Screening Expected to Be Key to 2026 World Cup Fan Influx
Indonesian Telco Trials Facial Recognition for Prepaid Card Registration
Indonesian telecommunications operator Telkomsel has begun trialing facial recognition technology to streamline its processes for prepaid card registration and card replacement. This makes Telkomsel the second telecom company in the country to adopt … [Read more...] about Indonesian Telco Trials Facial Recognition for Prepaid Card Registration
OMNIQ, NEC Announce Public Security-focused Partnership
OMNIQ Corp. and NEC have announced a partnership aimed at enhancing public safety and security through the integration of facial recognition and other biometric technologies. The collaboration will merge OMNIQ’s machine vision and facial recognition … [Read more...] about OMNIQ, NEC Announce Public Security-focused Partnership
Workshop Kicks Off Fiji’s National ID Effort
A workshop on Fiji's National ID Program was held in Suva last week, marking the commencement of a significant initiative aimed at advancing the country's digital economy. The program is a collaborative effort between the Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF), … [Read more...] about Workshop Kicks Off Fiji’s National ID Effort
ID Tech Digest – October 7, 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: Orgs Should Use Biometrics and AI to Replace ‘Unsustainable’ Password Authentication: ISACA Strategy … [Read more...] about ID Tech Digest – October 7, 2024
Concerns Raised Over Police Scotland’s Consideration of Live Facial Recognition Technology
Police Scotland is facing criticism over its consideration of implementing live facial recognition (LFR) technology. Chief Constable Jo Farrell recently expressed a desire to "open up conversations" about using artificial intelligence-powered … [Read more...] about Concerns Raised Over Police Scotland’s Consideration of Live Facial Recognition Technology
Hong Kong Authorities Look to Facial Recognition to Let Tourists Access Sensitive Border Area
The Hong Kong government is advancing plans to transform Sha Tau Kok, an area traditionally off-limits to the general public, into a cultural tourism hub by equipping the Chung Ying Street checkpoint with facial recognition technology. Secretary for … [Read more...] about Hong Kong Authorities Look to Facial Recognition to Let Tourists Access Sensitive Border Area
Clearview AI Recognized on Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-growing Firms
Clearview AI has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies, ranking No. 1820 overall and No. 45 in the Government Services category. Clearview AI's technology aims to assist law enforcement and government … [Read more...] about Clearview AI Recognized on Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-growing Firms
ID Tech Digest – October 4, 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: Irish Data Protection Commissioner Opens EU Investigation Into Ryanair’s Use of Facial … [Read more...] about ID Tech Digest – October 4, 2024
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