Day: September 23, 2024

ProvaDiVita has launched a biometric platform aimed at thwarting identity theft and enhancing security in industries like finance, healthcare, and e-commerce. Employing multifactor authentication through facial recognition, physiological scanning, and voice identification, it aims to streamline verification processes while complying with privacy regulations. The integration of blockchain enhances protection against unauthorized access, bolstering fraud detection…

The European Union’s AI Act will influence biometric and identification standards internally, though its international adherence may be limited. New research emphasizes the importance of assessing how effectively the Act protects fundamental rights, especially given its delegation of enforcement to member states. Ongoing concerns exist regarding biometric surveillance exceptions for law enforcement, necessitating vigilant monitoring…

The EU’s AI Act may not influence non-EU countries as initially expected, but it aims to set standards for biometric tools and the Digital Identity Wallet within the EU. Despite its protective intent, significant challenges remain regarding the safeguarding of fundamental rights, especially concerning biometric surveillance and the discretion left to member states. Research emphasizes…

SummaryDr. Nikolay Ivanov of Rowan University is conducting a groundbreaking study, funded by a $173,852 NSF grant, to explore the usability of self-sovereign digital identities (SSDIs). This research seeks to improve protocols for managing digital identities, allowing users greater control over their personal data while enhancing privacy and security. Ivanov’s work aims to identify usability…

SummaryB-FY has introduced a revolutionary passwordless biometric authentication solution aimed at enhancing online security and mitigating cybercrime. Launched at the Identity Week conference, this decentralized system eliminates traditional passwords, reduces fraud through biometric verification, and complies with data privacy regulations. With successful applications in Mexico’s fuel industry, B-FY is positioned to reshape the cybersecurity landscape….