By 2025, digital identity management will see a shift towards passwordless authentication and Zero Trust principles, driven by cybersecurity needs and user privacy. Organizations will need to implement sophisticated identity management solutions to address rising threats and enhance user experiences. Innovations in decentralization and AI will reshape the landscape, influencing customer trust and business practices….
IDEMIA Public Security has enhanced INTERPOL’s Multibiometric Identification System with advanced algorithms that rank first in NIST evaluations. This upgraded system, MBIS 5/MBSS, supports member countries in accessing critical biometric data for solving complex criminal cases effectively, integrating fingerprints and facial images within the INTERPOL Bio HUB system for better forensic analysis. IDEMIA Public Security…
Tech5 has launched a new biometrics software suite for law enforcement that includes T5-Identify and the Identify Mobile app, enhancing face and fingerprint identification for police agencies. The platform supports real-time searches and contactless fingerprint capture, incorporates tattoo recognition in line with FBI guidelines, and emphasizes user ease and data security. It aims to improve…
Canada is set to open bids for a biometrics contract valued between CA$25 million and CA$100 million to enhance its immigration system. The initiative, led by IRCC, seeks input on the latest biometric collection technologies and aims to ensure best practices in data integrity and inclusivity. Responses to the request for information are due by…
Neoke, in collaboration with IATA, has completed a live test of its digital travel wallet technology, aimed at improving user experience in air travel. The pilot, conducted on a Cathay Pacific flight, allowed passengers to use digital wallets for personal documents, simplifying the travel process through enhanced data sharing and biometric identification. This initiative marks…
Airports of Thailand has introduced a biometric scanning system at six airports, starting November 1, 2024, allowing domestic travelers to check in without boarding passes or ID cards. Registration is voluntary, and biometric data is journey-specific. The program will extend to international flights from December 1, 2024, pending immigration protocols. The initiative aims to enhance…
The 2024 Global Passenger Survey by IATA reveals that airline passengers prioritize biometry, efficient luggage processes, and digital payments. Convenience and speed are key factors in travel decisions, with a significant number preferring online booking and digital wallets. Younger travelers show a stronger preference for technology, emphasizing the need for the airline industry to adapt…
The IATA has successfully tested a biometrics proof-of-concept showcasing a fully digital travel experience between Hong Kong and Tokyo. This initiative leverages digital wallets containing multiple verifiable credentials, enabling seamless airport processes through biometric authentication. The One ID initiative aims to enhance this system, promoting automation and digitalization in response to increasing global passenger numbers….
Grabba has partnered with Jacky’s Business Solutions and Samsung to offer a biometric verification suite targeting Middle Eastern enterprises. This collaboration enables secure identity verification across sectors, using Samsung devices to streamline access to sensitive data and improve customer authentication. The modular solution caters to varying client needs for technology, enhancing compliance with KYC regulations…
BIO-key International, Inc. has secured a $910,000 order from a financial services customer to enhance its biometric identification system to a “fingerprint only” method, streamlining customer verification for over 25 million enrolled users. This transition aims to improve client interaction efficiency by eliminating the need for physical ID cards and numbers, with expected annual revenue…
