Hawaii has launched mobile driver’s licenses that can be added to Apple Wallet, effective August 28, 2024. This launch makes Hawaii the seventh state to offer mDL, currently accepted at TSA checkpoints and select retail and digital applications. While 14 states have mDL programs, inconsistencies exist in nationwide adoption and acceptance of digital IDs. Hawaii…
The Prism Project has launched the Biometric Digital Identity Travel and Hospitality Report, expanding its research focus from financial services to the travel and hospitality sector. This report identifies key players and innovations in biometric technologies, signaling significant growth opportunities. Maxine Most presented the report at the Identity Week America event, highlighting its implications for…
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….
SummaryiDenfy and AuthenticID have launched new biometric authentication tools—iDenfy’s automated face authentication and AuthenticID’s Smart ReAuth system. Both innovations aim to enhance identity verification processes, address growing market demands for integrated solutions, and reinforce security amid rising identity fraud incidents. iDenfy and AuthenticID have recently launched advanced biometric authentication tools as part of their effort…
SummaryNotified is integrating Clear’s biometric identity verification into its GlobeNewswire press release distribution platform to enhance digital identity verification. Users can confirm their identity with a single step, creating a ‘Clear Verified’ badge on press releases to assure authenticity. This initiative aims to improve trust in corporate communications while enhancing security for GlobeNewswire customers. Notified,…
SummaryFime is opening a new Technical Centre in Lille, France, to advance NFC document scanning capabilities, employing skilled hardware engineers to assist in comprehensive NFC testing. The initiative aims to support the biometric and payment sectors by enhancing testing solutions and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Fime is set to enhance its capabilities in biometric…
