Welcome to FindBiometrics’ digest of identity industry news. Here’s what you need to know about the world of digital identity and biometrics today: Academics Weigh In on Ethics and Risks of Biometric Tech As biometric technologies become … [Read more...] about Identity News Digest – September 3, 2024
U.S. Civl Rights Commission to Publish Federal FRT Report
The United States Commission on Civil Rights will publish a report on "The Civil Rights Implications of the Federal Use of Facial Recognition Technology" this month, announcing in a press release that the report explores "concerns about the federal … [Read more...] about U.S. Civl Rights Commission to Publish Federal FRT Report
Academics Weigh In on Ethics and Risks of Biometric Tech
With biometric technologies becoming increasingly commonplace, more academic experts are weighing in on their ethical and regulatory implications. In a lecture at The New York Academy of Science's, Harvard's Becerra Sandoval recently explored the … [Read more...] about Academics Weigh In on Ethics and Risks of Biometric Tech
AI Update: The Least Funny Part of the Hype Cycle
Welcome to the newest edition of FindBiometrics’ AI update. Here’s the latest big news on the shifting landscape of AI and identity technology: A new funding round could bring OpenAI's valuation to $100 billion. Thrive Capital is leading the … [Read more...] about AI Update: The Least Funny Part of the Hype Cycle
Romania Now Requires Biometric Data from Citizenship Applicants
The Romanian government has implemented new measures regarding the use of biometrics in citizenship. Starting from September 1, 2024, applicants seeking to obtain or reacquire Romanian citizenship will be required to provide biometric data, which … [Read more...] about Romania Now Requires Biometric Data from Citizenship Applicants
Germany Joins Police FRT Trend After Violent Attacks
Germany's coalition government has introduced a package of tighter security and asylum policies, prominently featuring measures to combat "violent Islamism." Among these, law enforcement authorities will be granted permission to use biometric data … [Read more...] about Germany Joins Police FRT Trend After Violent Attacks
Proposed Legislation Would Clear Airport Biometrics for Takeoff in Switzerland
Switzerland's government has proposed a draft amendment to the Aviation Act that would permit the use of facial recognition technology in airports and airlines. The initiative aims to streamline the passenger handling process by allowing the use of … [Read more...] about Proposed Legislation Would Clear Airport Biometrics for Takeoff in Switzerland
UK Throws £10.5M at EES Preparation Efforts as Eurotunnel Deploys ‘Idiot-proof’ Kiosks
The UK government has provided £10.5 million in funding to British ports, including £3.5 million for the Channel Tunnel, to help prepare for the Entry/Exit System (EES). The funding aims to mitigate the risk of long queues and disruption at border … [Read more...] about UK Throws £10.5M at EES Preparation Efforts as Eurotunnel Deploys ‘Idiot-proof’ Kiosks
Russian Official Calls Czech Biometric Border Requirement “Russophobic”
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova has criticized the Czech Republic's recent implementation of a new policy that requires Russian citizens entering or staying in the country to have biometric passports. Zakharova described the … [Read more...] about Russian Official Calls Czech Biometric Border Requirement “Russophobic”
Tiny Kyrgyz Town Joins Sprawling Biometric Surveillance Network
The small Kyrgyz village of Baetov has become the latest site of the deployment of face-scanning cameras. And while the village has a population of only a little over 10,000 people, it may represent the latest outgrowth in a sprawling surveillance … [Read more...] about Tiny Kyrgyz Town Joins Sprawling Biometric Surveillance Network
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