Facebook Reaches Settlement in Texas Biometric Privacy Lawsuit
Meta’s Facebook has agreed to settle a lawsuit brought by the state of Texas, which accused the social media giant of using facial-recognition technology to…
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Face-scanning CAT-2 Kiosks Land at Buffalo Airport
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at Buffalo Niagara International Airport has introduced new facial recognition technology to enhance identity…
Colorado Amends Privacy Act to Strengthen Biometric Data Protections
The Colorado Privacy Act has been amended with new provisions specific to biometric data, following the signing of HB 1130 by Governor Jared Polis on May 31,…
INTERPOL Leadership Contender Calls for More Biometric Data, Private Sector Cooperation
A leading candidate to be the next head of INTERPOL wants to see a bigger role for biometrics and the private sector in international policing. Stephen…
Identity News Digest – May 28, 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: ICE, CBP…
Dominican Republic Opens Short Window for Biometric e-Passport Solicitation
The General Directorate of Passports (DGP) in the Dominican Republic has initiated a call for bids to acquire, install, and maintain new infrastructure for…
Identity News Digest – May 27, 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: Officials…
Officials Voice Schengen EES Concerns from Both Sides of the Channel
French Transport Minister Patrice Vergriete has voiced concerns about the upcoming rollout of the Entry/Exit System (EES) at Schengen area entry points, citing…
Leak of Biometric Police Data in India Signals Rising Risks
A significant data breach has exposed the sensitive biometric information of thousands of law enforcement officials and police applicants in India, with lost…
Hong Kong Orders Halt to Worldcoin Operations
[UPDATE 05/23/24: This story has been updated to include a response from Worldcoin.] Hong Kong’s privacy watchdog has concluded a three-month investigation…