Meta is considering integrating facial recognition into its smart glasses, enhancing features called “super sensing.” This would allow constant use of the devices’ cameras with AI assistance. Battery life is expected to improve, and updates to privacy policies raise concerns. The move reflects a broader trend in facial recognition technology, which is gaining traction in…
Toppan Edge partners with Partisia to launch a decentralized digital ID system using MPC and blockchain technology. This collaboration aims to strengthen privacy and security in digital identities and aligns with Japan’s digital framework goals. The partners will also explore ways to merge human and non-human identities and investigate Web3 technologies. Toppan Edge has joined…
The UK is developing a digital identity framework to enhance privacy and support its $150 billion digital economy. The DITF establishes rules for trust in digital identities, with a proposed Gov.uk digital wallet for managing ID information. Challenges include public distrust and cyber threats, but success could unlock significant economic benefits. The UK is stepping…
On March 21, 2025, China announced new rules for facial recognition technology effective June 1, 2025. The regulations cover data storage, privacy assessments, usage in public areas, and volume reporting requirements, notably excluding research-related applications. On March 21, 2025, major authorities in China released new guidelines particularly aimed at facial recognition technology. This comes as…
Biometric technologies are increasingly being integrated into vehicles by companies like Smart Eye, Forvia, trinamiX and Ford. Innovations include a secure biometric authentication system for payments and health monitoring, as well as a new patent that could associate biometric data with criminal records. These developments promise to enhance security and personalize driver and passenger experiences….
