Civil Rights Groups Demand Human Rights Focus in AI Act Guidelines
More than 20 civil rights organizations are urging the European Commission to prioritize human rights…
Civil Rights Groups Demand Human Rights Focus in AI Act Guidelines
More than 20 civil rights organizations are urging the European Commission to prioritize human rights in the AI Act’s implementation guidelines. They stress the need for stricter regulations on biometric systems and call for a ban on retrospective biometric identification (RBI). These groups assert that clear definitions and rigorous regulations are essential to prevent misuse…
Decentralized Identity Trials for Anonymity in KYC for Mainland Chinese in Hong Kong
A successful trial by Flare and Red Date Technology allowed 200 mainland Chinese in Hong Kong to anonymously register for regulated stablecoin services. The approach verified identities via the RealDID system while ensuring compliance with privacy standards. This system’s effectiveness in facilitating digital financial transactions highlights the potential growth of regulated blockchain markets in Hong…
Identity.com Launches Mobile App for Decentralized Identity Management
Identity.com has introduced a mobile app for decentralized identity management on both major platforms. The app allows users to store and share verifiable credentials while giving businesses tools for streamlined identity verification. The development is part of a broader trend towards enhanced privacy rights and decentralized identity solutions. Identity.com has launched a new app available…
Intersec 2025 Highlights: Major Biometric Innovations on Display
Intersec 2025 in Dubai features 1,200 exhibitors showcasing advances in security technologies, particularly biometrics. Prominent companies presenting new innovations include HID with its Amico reader, Idemia’s VisionPass, and Iris ID’s iris-access solutions. The event also introduces new conferences focusing on law enforcement best practices and cybersecurity trends, highlighting key global security developments. The 26th edition…
Paravision Achieves Top 5 Ranking in NIST Face Recognition Evaluation
Paravision secured a top five position in the NIST FRTE 1:N test with its upcoming 7th Generation Face Recognition technology, excelling in the visa-border scenario. It has consistently ranked highly in previous evaluations, marking it as a leading vendor in facial recognition. The company’s performance is underpinned by a commitment to continuous innovation and adaptability…
PSiRA Launches Facial Recognition Tender to Enhance Security Verification
PSiRA has issued a facial recognition tender to upgrade its digital infrastructure. This aims to improve citizenship verification for security service applicants by using facial recognition rather than just fingerprints. The tender requires bidders to provide support and training after implementation, with deadlines set for proposals. The South African Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA)…
The Future of Online Authentication: Challenges and Prospects for Worldcoin
Worldcoin, now branded as World, plans to revolutionize online authentication with over 10 million users through iris recognition technology. Despite its rapid growth, the project encounters severe regulatory challenges due to privacy concerns linked to biometric data. Countries like Kenya and Spain have instituted bans, raising critical questions about data protection. Worldcoin’s success hinges on…
Keyless Excels in NIST Biometric Face Verification Evaluation
UK-based Keyless has excelled in NIST’s biometric face verification evaluation, ranking among the top 50 developers in Mugshot-Mugshot and top 75 in Visa-Border categories. The company’s Zero-Knowledge Biometrics technology prioritizes user privacy, ensuring no biometric data storage. This performance highlights the growing relevance of privacy in biometric solutions within the identity verification sector. Keyless, a…
Biometric Authentication Identification Market: Growth and Future Strategies
The biometric authentication identification market is expected to grow significantly from 2024 to 2032, driven by technological innovations and sustainability efforts. North America remains a key player due to high technology adoption, with Europe also projected to grow. Success in this market requires businesses to balance agility and focus on sustainable practices, fostering innovation to…
AI-Driven Biometrics in Law Enforcement: Navigating Accountability in a Changing Landscape
A change in White House leadership may influence the implementation of AI-driven biometrics in law enforcement, guided by Executive Order 14074. This order emphasizes accountability, as illustrated by a federal report evaluating the use of biometrics in policing. UK researchers from the AiPAS project offer insights into accountability metrics that align global practices in engaging…
