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Facial Recognition Comes to Omaha, San Jose Airports

U.S. airports continue to adopt biometric facial recognition technology as part of a nationwide effort led by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to…

April 21, 2025

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UK Ports Launch Drive-Through Facial Recognition for Border Crossings

The UK government plans to implement facial recognition technology at ports that will allow British travelers to pass through border control without leaving…

March 18, 2025

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ID Tech Digest – March 17, 2025

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: Swedish…

March 17, 2025

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EU Delays Biometric Border Controls for UK Travelers Until 2027

The European Union has announced a significant delay in implementing new border control systems, pushing back mandatory requirements for British travelers and…

March 14, 2025

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Italy Opens High-Tech Visa Center in China with Advanced Biometric Systems

Italy has inaugurated a new visa application centre in Guangzhou, China, featuring biometric data collection capabilities to streamline the Schengen visa…

March 12, 2025

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ID Tech Digest – March 7, 2025

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: Corsair Capital…

March 7, 2025

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Maldives Launches Nationwide Biometric System for Foreign Workers

The Maldives government has launched a comprehensive biometric data collection program for foreign workers, marking a significant expansion of its digital…

March 7, 2025

EU Approves 6-Month Rollout Plan for Digital Border Entry System

The European Union has approved a phased implementation of its Entry/Exit System (EES), marking a significant shift in how the bloc manages its borders for…

March 6, 2025

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Portugal Mandates Face Scans for Angolan Visa Applicants at Luanda Consulate

Portugal’s consulate general in Luanda has implemented mandatory facial recognition technology for all visa applicants, marking a significant shift in the…

March 3, 2025

India Mandates Biometric Attendance Systems for University Staff

Goa Launches E-Passport Program with Embedded Biometric Chip Technology

Goa has joined the growing list of Indian states issuing electronic passports (e-passports) as part of a nationwide pilot program. The Regional Passport Office…

February 28, 2025

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