NEC Corporation’s face recognition technology ranked first in accuracy tests by NIST, achieving a 0.07% error rate in the 1:N Identification category. The technology is deployed in 80 airports and across various sectors, with future plans including decentralized identity solutions. NEC emphasizes its commitment to ethical AI practices and is shifting towards value-driven business models….
Sri Lanka’s e-NIC project is launching next month with biometric features. Awaiting 300,000 additional cards from Thales to implement it, the project aims to integrate with the Unique Digital ID initiative. Awareness programs are being planned across public and private sectors for smooth adoption. Sri Lanka’s ambitious Electronic National Identity Card (e-NIC) project is gearing…
Meta is considering integrating facial recognition into its smart glasses, enhancing features called “super sensing.” This would allow constant use of the devices’ cameras with AI assistance. Battery life is expected to improve, and updates to privacy policies raise concerns. The move reflects a broader trend in facial recognition technology, which is gaining traction in…
Toppan Edge partners with Partisia to launch a decentralized digital ID system using MPC and blockchain technology. This collaboration aims to strengthen privacy and security in digital identities and aligns with Japan’s digital framework goals. The partners will also explore ways to merge human and non-human identities and investigate Web3 technologies. Toppan Edge has joined…
The UK is developing a digital identity framework to enhance privacy and support its $150 billion digital economy. The DITF establishes rules for trust in digital identities, with a proposed Gov.uk digital wallet for managing ID information. Challenges include public distrust and cyber threats, but success could unlock significant economic benefits. The UK is stepping…
On March 21, 2025, China announced new rules for facial recognition technology effective June 1, 2025. The regulations cover data storage, privacy assessments, usage in public areas, and volume reporting requirements, notably excluding research-related applications. On March 21, 2025, major authorities in China released new guidelines particularly aimed at facial recognition technology. This comes as…
Sam Altman’s iris-scanning technology, now called World, launches in the U.S. amid concerns over privacy and digital security. The technology offers cryptocurrency and a digital ID in exchange for iris scans but faces regulatory scrutiny in several countries. Critics warn about the implications of linking biometrics to digital identities, while Altman envisions this as a…
Sri Lanka’s Electronic National Identity Card (e-NIC) project is currently undergoing user and security testing led by SLCERT. The project includes 700,000 biometric polycarbonate cards designed to improve identification security. Upcoming integrations with the Sri Lanka Unique Digital ID project aim to streamline the process of acquiring ID cards, with enhanced accessibility and efficiency. Sri…
A speech and hearing-impaired boy missing since November 2023 was found in Duliajan, Assam and reunited with his family through Aadhaar biometric identification efforts. After unsuccessful initial identification attempts, he successfully identified an Aadhaar card. UIDAI’s timely assistance enabled his identification, highlighting the importance of Aadhaar in emergencies. A speech and hearing-impaired boy, Ram Bahadur…
South Korea has completed the national rollout of digital ID, allowing citizens and foreign residents to use a digital version of their residency cards on smartphones. This development includes enhanced security measures and provisions for banks to accept these digital IDs for transactions. Additionally, Raonsecure has introduced a digital badge system at Korea University, and…
