Category: Digital Identification

authID has partnered with Imperial Technologies to implement biometric identity verification services, improving customer onboarding speed and security. The technology offers identity verification in 700 milliseconds and includes advanced features to combat identity fraud. This partnership represents authID’s venture into the telecommunications sector, highlighting the importance of secure identity management in digital interactions. authID Inc….

authID has launched biometric identity verification services for Imperial Technologies, aiming to secure and streamline customer onboarding amidst rising identity theft concerns. By utilizing advanced biometric checks and ensuring rapid authentication, this partnership intends to reshape digital customer acquisition within the telecommunications sector. authID® (Nasdaq: AUID) has officially entered into a partnership with Imperial Technologies…

authID has partnered with Imperial Technologies Inc. to enhance biometric identity verification services for streamlined customer onboarding. This collaboration addresses the rising challenges of identity fraud by implementing advanced security measures and improving user experience across all devices. The integration aims to strengthen safeguards against modern cyber threats while enabling rapid customer conversion. authID, a…

The DHS is transitioning its biometric identity management system, which contains over 260 million data points, to the cloud via the Homeland Advanced Recognition Technology (HART) system. This move enhances efficiency and data processing through a microservice architecture, aligning with a federal trend towards cloud computing for better data management and operational improvements. Sean DuGuay,…

Veritone has significantly upgraded its Track tool to include AI-assisted vehicle tracking, enabling authorities to monitor vehicles without using personal information, enhancing video analysis capabilities across various sources. These enhancements facilitate better public safety responses but raise constitutional concerns regarding privacy and surveillance practices. Veritone has unveiled substantial upgrades to its video forensics tool, Veritone…

Indonesia is advancing its digital ID initiative, IKD, to improve access to essential services while addressing cybersecurity threats. With innovations in biometrics and AI, Indonesia seeks to create a secure and efficient digital ID ecosystem. Trust is critical for user adoption, necessitating secure infrastructures and partnerships. Enhanced internet connectivity also supports these initiatives, promising a…

In the latest ID Talk episode, Jay Meier discusses biometric binding’s role in identity verification, connecting biometric data to official identity credentials. He introduces the “PKI fallacy” concept, emphasizing the need for secure links between individuals and their identities, not just devices storing credentials. Meier’s insights are invaluable as identity assurance continues to grapple with…

Panama has initiated a digital identity system, Decree 43, allowing permanent residents to utilize an ‘e-cédula’ stored in a mobile wallet. This system enhances online access to government and private services and mirrors Panama’s existing digital identity infrastructure for citizens. The phase-exclusive rollout on Android devices follows collaboration with tech companies and reflects the increasing…

The DHS is seeking information to upgrade its biometric management systems from IDENT to the cloud-based HART. This involves gathering insights from private sector vendors on advanced biometric technologies, supporting operational planning, and engaging with standard-setting organizations. The cloud transition is expected to improve data processing capabilities for over 262 million individuals, enhancing the management…

Recent developments in biometrics underscore their pivotal role in linking physical and digital credentials, marked by Idex Biometrics’ push for fingerprint technology in payment cards and Mastercard’s identity verification service. The acquisition of HID Citizen Identity by Toppan Gravity signals a strong market presence, while initiatives in Uganda aim to enhance financial inclusion through biometrics….