Month: October 2024

Login.gov has achieved IAL2 certification by Kantara, incorporating selfie biometrics in its identity verification process. This update responds to government oversight urging faster implementation of biometric pilots, addressing security and accessibility requirements while maintaining compliance with federal standards. Despite some reported challenges, Login.gov represents a step forward in secure digital identity services for U.S. agencies…

The Tampa Bay Rays have introduced the Go-Ahead Entry facial authentication system at Tropicana Field to streamline fan entry. This biometric technology uses facial images as digital tickets, potentially speeding up access by 68%. While the initiative aims to enhance convenience, it raises privacy concerns, although MLB assures fans about data security measures. Participation is…

ID Tech Digest on September 23, 2024, highlights key developments in the biometrics and identity industry, including the FBI’s RFI for facial recognition technology, DHS initiatives on biometrics, and rising privacy concerns among travelers. Legal actions against Verizon over voiceprints and a mandatory selfie requirement in Singapore for banking transactions demonstrate a landscape grappling with…

Idemia seems poised to win an IRS contract for a multi-biometric identification system following a truncated RFQ process that allowed little time for competition. The system will feature advanced biometric functions, including AI-driven facial recognition, and is expected to be scalable and secure, meeting stringent government standards. Idemia has seemingly won a contract with the…

France is set to introduce the Carte Vitale into the France Identité app in early 2025, enabling residents to manage healthcare documentation digitally. This integration will enhance convenience for users and maintain legal recognition of the digital card, while avoiding costly biometric solutions by relying on a secure PIN system. Issues noted during the trial…

Acuity Market Intelligence’s upcoming report on biometric identity technologies in the public sector will emphasize the government’s pivotal role in validating citizen identities. It will address challenges faced by government services, propose biometric solutions, and introduce the Prism Identity Hierarchy. The report aims to forecast market opportunities while advocating for enhanced security and convenience in…

Neurotechnology has upgraded its MegaMatcher Criminal Investigation solution with new palm print recognition features, improving case management and latent print analysis. This update provides law enforcement with enhanced tools for accurate identification and more efficient case processing. Neurotechnology has enhanced its MegaMatcher Criminal Investigation solution by incorporating palm print recognition features alongside improved case management…

Parsons has been awarded a $1.9 million contract with the U.S. Army to provide biometric collection devices for the Next Generation Biometrics Collection Capability (NXGBCC). The integration with AGTM will enhance data management through AWS cloud services, aiming for real-time identification by 2025. Parsons has secured a significant U.S. Army contract worth $1.9 million to…

The Guam Police Department has revitalized its digital fingerprint system for firearms identification cards through Thales’ biometric technology, enhancing security and efficiency. A contract worth over $305,000 was awarded to Thales to maintain the system. Applicants must adhere to specific documentation requirements and undergo a $34 fingerprint background check, utilizing LiveScan software for high-quality identification….

Biometric data collection by tech firms poses cybersecurity risks and high costs for compliance. Evin McMullen from Privado ID highlights how decentralized blockchain solutions and zero-knowledge proofs can enhance user privacy and data security, reducing exposure to third parties and mitigating potential human rights abuses. Evin McMullen, co-founder of Privado ID, addressed the challenges and…