Report Suggests China is Building a Massive DNA Database
The New York Times is reporting that the Chinese government is quietly collecting DNA samples from its male citizens to build a giant genetic database. The…
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Malaysian Government to Implement National Biometric Registration System
Malaysia’s National Registration Department (JPN) is looking to implement a biometric registration system for all official identifying documents in an attempt…
Trump Administration Proposes DNA Sampling of Individuals Detained at the Border
The Trump administration has proposed a new rule allowing US border authorities to collect DNA samples from any immigrant “detained under the authority of the…
Agreeing to Greater Transparency, Northern Ireland Police Settle Biometrics Complaint
Following a high-profile human rights complaint, the Police Service of Northern Ireland has committed to establishing and publishing a formal policy concerning…
NIST Lays Groundwork for New DNA Analysis Method
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) researchers are working on a new approach to DNA matching that could enhance the capabilities of forensic…