Greece has unveiled the Personal Citizen Number (PCN), a universal ID for citizens, as part of its new digital ID system. Set to launch on June 3 via the MyInfo app, this initiative replaces older identification numbers and aims to facilitate transactions with public services. Additionally, a Kids Wallet is provided for children’s online activities,…
Forex.com partners with Liquid to use its eKYC technology for biometric identity verification. This will streamline account openings by minimizing drop-offs through improved verification methods. Liquid’s system verifies identities for both local and foreign residents using biometric authentication. The company has seen a significant growth in verifications, reaching 60 million this year. Forex.com has announced…
UK police chiefs request £220 million annually for three years to invest in technology, including facial recognition. This funding aims to maximize efficiency by potentially freeing up 41,000 hours of police work daily and enhancing current systems, despite rising privacy concerns. The UK’s police chiefs are asking the government for a substantial investment of £220…
Regulatory bodies in the UK and EU are intensifying age assurance compliance, posing challenges for organizations, especially adult sites. Gataca has formed a partnership to offer solutions amid increased scrutiny. Meanwhile, the UK is focusing on its digital ID initiatives through the Gov.uk Wallet, with plans to integrate digital credentials. As the landscape shifts, the…
Researchers have developed alarming techniques to reconstruct faces from biometric templates with surprising accuracy and speed, raising serious concerns about the security of biometric data. One method allows reconstruction with only 100 queries, while another leverages a training model capable of producing high success rates with limited computing power. Further scrutiny of biometric template security…
Amicus International Consulting presents a legal strategy for clients to escape biometric surveillance. Their latest report, part of the Pseudocide Series, details how they assist individuals facing false or unwanted flags in biometric systems. By helping clients change identities legally and acquire second citizenship, Amicus aims to protect privacy amid rising surveillance use worldwide. VANCOUVER,…
ROC, a U.S. biometrics firm, has partnered with DeliverFund to fight human trafficking. They’re providing a biometric SDK to enhance intelligence in this area. The SDK includes features for matching faces, fingerprints, and irises, which will help in identifying suspects and recovering victims faster. ROC stresses the need for ethical practices in biometric use as…
Uganda has launched a national ID pre-enrollment portal to streamline ID registration for 33 million citizens. NIRA emphasizes efficiency, reducing costs and wait times associated with the previous physical submission process, while the new platform allows online biographic submissions and simplifies biometric appointments. Tanzanian residents were the first in the diaspora to utilize the updated…
Fingerprint scanners, popular in smartphones since 2013, are not invulnerable to hacking. Techniques like forged fingerprints, masterprints, and system vulnerabilities expose users’ identities at risk. Users are urged to enhance security with trusted brands, regular updates, and not relying solely on biometrics for sensitive applications. In the digital age, fingerprint scanners are everywhere – almost…
Biometrics measures individuals’ unique traits for identification and access control. Though it enhances security and convenience, it raises privacy concerns and security risks, including data breaches. The technology involves capturing, processing, and comparing biometric data, with applications across various sectors including law enforcement and healthcare. Challenges such as cost, reliability, and evolving cyber threats complicate…
