Category: Digital Identification

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…

Laxton collaborates with Ethiopia’s NIDP to roll out the Fayda digital ID system, targeting 90 million enrollments by 2030. With 97% of the population lacking legal ID, this initiative is vital for enhancing digital governance and access to services. The MOSIP-based system is designed to function independently of internet and electricity, ensuring efficient data collection….

Las Vegas police are resisting the NFL’s facial recognition access policy, citing biometric data concerns. The NFL is preparing to implement a facial authentication system at all stadiums. This pushback may indicate broader issues across other NFL teams, compounded by public protests against facial recognition technologies in sporting venues. The Las Vegas police have officially…

The Fraunhofer Institute is actively developing solutions to counteract face morphing attacks that pose risks to border control systems. This research, part of the ATHENE program, involves creating detection algorithms and assessing passport photo quality to prevent unauthorized passage. Recent discussions highlight the challenges of achieving a flawless detection system due to the evolving nature…

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 Identity and Access Forum has released a fall market snapshot detailing technological advancements in digital identity management, highlighting Syncable Authenticators and updates to risk management processes. Key discussions included healthcare identity issues and the necessity of upholding public trust in digital identities. Stakeholders emphasized the importance of standardized practices and ethical regulations to improve…

The UK’s biometric databases have expanded significantly, with IDENT1 now holding over 28.3 million fingerprints. The National DNA Database has matched over 820,000 crime-related profiles since 2001. Recent data from the FINDS annual report shows a strong match rate for DNA collected at crime scenes, with over 440 homicide and 500 rape cases resolved. The…

Buenos Aires is adopting a blockchain-based self-sovereign identity (SSI) protocol through QuarkID for its digital identity app, miBA. Starting in October, about 3.6 million users will gain decentralized digital identities that provide enhanced security and ownership over personal data. This marks a significant shift from centralized identity management, aiming to improve access to government services…

Anonybit has introduced iris and voice recognition to its Decentralized Biometric Cloud, which already included facial and palm biometrics. This expansion enhances privacy and security for enterprises, allowing for customized biometric solutions. Utilizing Multi-Party Computation and Zero Knowledge Proofs, Anonybit safeguards biometric data against breaches. The platform aims to meet the rising demand for privacy-centric…

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…