The IATA’s 2024 Global Passenger Survey reveals that travelers prioritize convenience and speed, favoring digital solutions like biometrics and digital wallets. Key trends show a preference for online booking, with an emphasis on security and efficiency in airport processes. Younger generations exhibit higher rates of technology adoption, while diverse regional trends reflect varying travel behaviors…
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking vendors for a nationwide biometric fingerprinting services contract worth at least $25 million. The services will support personnel security processes by capturing biometrics from applicants and integrating them into HUD’s credentialing systems, USAccess and PerSIST. Vendors must comply with SWIFT and DCSA standards. The…
Togo is conducting a training program for staff involved in the WURI-Togo digital ID project, aimed at mass biometric registration across the country. Running from October 28 to November 18, the initiative is part of a broader strategy to issue unique identification numbers to citizens, facilitating access to public services. Funded by the World Bank,…
HID Rapid ID has launched a three-step fingerprint identity verification tool specifically designed for law enforcement. Utilizing the Nomad 30 Pocket Reader, this system enables instant verification by capturing and cross-referencing fingerprints against databases. The technology enhances operational efficiency and public safety, with significant growth expected in biometric applications in policing through 2028. HID Rapid…
BIO-key International, Inc. has received a $910,000 order from a long-term financial services customer to implement an upgraded biometric identification system that utilizes fingerprint-only technology. This upgrade will streamline client verification processes, allowing for faster interactions and is projected to increase annual recurring revenue to $1.4 million post-deployment in 2025. BIO-key International, Inc. has secured…
Senior officers from Ukraine’s State Border Guard Service participated in a study visit to London organized by the OSCE, focusing on biometric technologies in border control. They attended the Biometrics Institute’s Annual Congress, engaged in site visits to Heathrow Airport and an Immigration Removal Centre, and explored future cooperation on biometric chip certification to curb…
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…
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…
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…
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security plans to transition its biometric identity management systems from a hardware-based system to a cloud-based architecture, moving from IDENT to HART. This initiative involves a request for information to gather industry insights and expand biometric capabilities. A deadline for vendor responses is set for October 25, 2024, and insights…
