Keyless and NEC achieved remarkable results in NIST’s FRTE benchmarks for face biometrics, highlighting accuracy rates of 99.93% and 0.07% error rates, respectively. Keyless excelled in low-quality image scenarios, while NEC maintained its leaderboard positions and plans to implement its technology at Expo 2025 in Japan.
Keyless achieved high scores in the Face Recognition Technology Evaluation (FRTE) conducted by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), marking a significant advancement in face biometrics. In NIST’s March 18 update, Keyless ranked 11th for accuracy with good quality mugshots, achieving a 99.93% success rate in identifying individuals from poor quality probe images. This performance underscores Keyless’s capability in managing strict false match scenarios, reflecting real-world conditions effectively.
Similarly, NEC maintained a prominent position with impressive results in several categories. The company reported a 0.07% error rate in the Mugshot N=12 million category, alongside leading in categories involving aging effects for facial recognition. Its submitted algorithm, noted for consistent yields at the top of NIST’s leaderboard, came second in five other categories.
Keyless participated in the NIST evaluation starting February 5, showcasing its efficiency in low-image quality situations. Paolo Gasti, co-founder and CTO of Keyless, emphasized their commitment to accuracy, especially in webcam scenarios which simulate real-world usage. This statistical performance indicates potential benefits for future applications of face recognition technology.
NEC, with its longstanding success, plans to utilize its facial recognition technology at Japan’s Expo 2025 for admission control. This deployment highlights NEC’s ongoing innovation in facial recognition systems, particularly in practical environments where accuracy is critical.
Keyless and NEC both demonstrated exceptional performance in the NIST face biometrics benchmarks. Keyless received 99.93% accuracy in identifying individuals from low quality imagery. NEC also maintained top scores in multiple categories, particularly excelling in long-term aging tests. Together, these results reflect the continual advancements in facial recognition technology and its potential applications in various fields.
Original Source: www.biometricupdate.com
