Year: 2024

Retail theft in the U.S. has escalated to $100 billion annually, prompting retailers to adopt facial recognition technology to combat various forms of theft, including ‘sweethearting.’ Corsight AI’s module specifically targets sweethearting by analyzing interactions and flagging suspicious behavior. Despite its growing implementation, the technology faces legislative hurdles, particularly around privacy concerns in urban markets….

The latest advancements in optical tactile sensors bring forth a new era of biometric recognition technologies. These sensors can analyze both static and dynamic forces simultaneously from a single image, thanks to their innovative design and use of machine learning. Led by a team from UNIST and Seoul National University, this technology has applications in…

Southeast Asia is increasingly adopting digital IDs, which are becoming integral to daily activities. Countries like the Philippines and Singapore are innovating with technologies that enhance voter registration and maritime operations. The rise of biometric and AI technology is driving this evolution, promising greater efficiency and security. Building trust among users through secure digital infrastructures…

Biometric technology leverages unique biological traits for identification and security, significantly enhancing patient care, operational efficiency, and data protection in the healthcare sector. With rising concerns over data breaches, the adoption of biometrics is pivotal in preventing medical fraud and ensuring patient safety while aligning with regulatory standards like the Data Protection Act 2020. Biometric…

Changi Airport has eliminated the need for passports by fully implementing biometric clearance across all terminals, leading to an average processing time of 10 seconds. Singapore residents can use facial and iris recognition for immigration clearance, while foreign visitors still need passports upon arrival but can use the biometric system for departure. Idemia has provided…

Procivis’s recent webinar outlined the upcoming potential of decentralized digital identities (SSI) for modernizing verification processes within organizations. By releasing Procivis One as open-source software and highlighting regulatory advancements, the company advocates for businesses to adopt SSI, which promises improved security and operational efficiency. The discussion underscored the benefits of SSI through practical examples, demonstrating…

Laxton collaborates with Ethiopia’s NIDP to roll out the Fayda digital ID system, targeting 90 million enrollments by 2030. With 97% of the population lacking legal ID, this initiative is vital for enhancing digital governance and access to services. The MOSIP-based system is designed to function independently of internet and electricity, ensuring efficient data collection….

Las Vegas police are resisting the NFL’s facial recognition access policy, citing biometric data concerns. The NFL is preparing to implement a facial authentication system at all stadiums. This pushback may indicate broader issues across other NFL teams, compounded by public protests against facial recognition technologies in sporting venues. The Las Vegas police have officially…

The Fraunhofer Institute is actively developing solutions to counteract face morphing attacks that pose risks to border control systems. This research, part of the ATHENE program, involves creating detection algorithms and assessing passport photo quality to prevent unauthorized passage. Recent discussions highlight the challenges of achieving a flawless detection system due to the evolving nature…

Idemia Public Security North America has partnered with My Family ID to introduce a child safety app that utilizes contactless fingerprint biometric technology. The My Family ID app allows families to securely capture and store biometric data, including photographs and fingerprints, for comprehensive identification profiles. Designed for efficiency in emergencies, the app ensures that critical…