Buenos Aires is adopting a blockchain-based self-sovereign identity (SSI) protocol through QuarkID for its digital identity app, miBA. Starting in October, about 3.6 million users will gain decentralized digital identities that provide enhanced security and ownership over personal data. This marks a significant shift from centralized identity management, aiming to improve access to government services…
Anonybit has introduced iris and voice recognition to its Decentralized Biometric Cloud, which already included facial and palm biometrics. This expansion enhances privacy and security for enterprises, allowing for customized biometric solutions. Utilizing Multi-Party Computation and Zero Knowledge Proofs, Anonybit safeguards biometric data against breaches. The platform aims to meet the rising demand for privacy-centric…
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security plans to transition its biometric identity management systems from a hardware-based system to a cloud-based architecture, moving from IDENT to HART. This initiative involves a request for information to gather industry insights and expand biometric capabilities. A deadline for vendor responses is set for October 25, 2024, and insights…
authID has partnered with Imperial Technologies to implement biometric identity verification services, improving customer onboarding speed and security. The technology offers identity verification in 700 milliseconds and includes advanced features to combat identity fraud. This partnership represents authID’s venture into the telecommunications sector, highlighting the importance of secure identity management in digital interactions. authID Inc….
authID has launched biometric identity verification services for Imperial Technologies, aiming to secure and streamline customer onboarding amidst rising identity theft concerns. By utilizing advanced biometric checks and ensuring rapid authentication, this partnership intends to reshape digital customer acquisition within the telecommunications sector. authID® (Nasdaq: AUID) has officially entered into a partnership with Imperial Technologies…
authID has partnered with Imperial Technologies Inc. to enhance biometric identity verification services for streamlined customer onboarding. This collaboration addresses the rising challenges of identity fraud by implementing advanced security measures and improving user experience across all devices. The integration aims to strengthen safeguards against modern cyber threats while enabling rapid customer conversion. authID, a…
The DHS is transitioning its biometric identity management system, which contains over 260 million data points, to the cloud via the Homeland Advanced Recognition Technology (HART) system. This move enhances efficiency and data processing through a microservice architecture, aligning with a federal trend towards cloud computing for better data management and operational improvements. Sean DuGuay,…
Veritone has significantly upgraded its Track tool to include AI-assisted vehicle tracking, enabling authorities to monitor vehicles without using personal information, enhancing video analysis capabilities across various sources. These enhancements facilitate better public safety responses but raise constitutional concerns regarding privacy and surveillance practices. Veritone has unveiled substantial upgrades to its video forensics tool, Veritone…
