The global biometrics market is seeing growth, with significant activities including Sri Lanka’s passport challenges, the FBI’s biometric systems in Somalia, and new technology from J.P. Morgan and Intel. Age assurance developments aim to enhance privacy in digital ID. The U.S. is pushing for mobile driver’s licenses as cybersecurity measures, alongside ongoing discussions about biometric…
More than 20 civil rights organizations are urging the European Commission to prioritize human rights in the AI Act’s implementation guidelines. They stress the need for stricter regulations on biometric systems and call for a ban on retrospective biometric identification (RBI). These groups assert that clear definitions and rigorous regulations are essential to prevent misuse…
A successful trial by Flare and Red Date Technology allowed 200 mainland Chinese in Hong Kong to anonymously register for regulated stablecoin services. The approach verified identities via the RealDID system while ensuring compliance with privacy standards. This system’s effectiveness in facilitating digital financial transactions highlights the potential growth of regulated blockchain markets in Hong…
Identity.com has introduced a mobile app for decentralized identity management on both major platforms. The app allows users to store and share verifiable credentials while giving businesses tools for streamlined identity verification. The development is part of a broader trend towards enhanced privacy rights and decentralized identity solutions. Identity.com has launched a new app available…
Intersec 2025 in Dubai features 1,200 exhibitors showcasing advances in security technologies, particularly biometrics. Prominent companies presenting new innovations include HID with its Amico reader, Idemia’s VisionPass, and Iris ID’s iris-access solutions. The event also introduces new conferences focusing on law enforcement best practices and cybersecurity trends, highlighting key global security developments. The 26th edition…
Paravision secured a top five position in the NIST FRTE 1:N test with its upcoming 7th Generation Face Recognition technology, excelling in the visa-border scenario. It has consistently ranked highly in previous evaluations, marking it as a leading vendor in facial recognition. The company’s performance is underpinned by a commitment to continuous innovation and adaptability…
PSiRA has issued a facial recognition tender to upgrade its digital infrastructure. This aims to improve citizenship verification for security service applicants by using facial recognition rather than just fingerprints. The tender requires bidders to provide support and training after implementation, with deadlines set for proposals. The South African Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA)…
Worldcoin, now branded as World, plans to revolutionize online authentication with over 10 million users through iris recognition technology. Despite its rapid growth, the project encounters severe regulatory challenges due to privacy concerns linked to biometric data. Countries like Kenya and Spain have instituted bans, raising critical questions about data protection. Worldcoin’s success hinges on…
UK-based Keyless has excelled in NIST’s biometric face verification evaluation, ranking among the top 50 developers in Mugshot-Mugshot and top 75 in Visa-Border categories. The company’s Zero-Knowledge Biometrics technology prioritizes user privacy, ensuring no biometric data storage. This performance highlights the growing relevance of privacy in biometric solutions within the identity verification sector. Keyless, a…
The biometric authentication identification market is expected to grow significantly from 2024 to 2032, driven by technological innovations and sustainability efforts. North America remains a key player due to high technology adoption, with Europe also projected to grow. Success in this market requires businesses to balance agility and focus on sustainable practices, fostering innovation to…
