Canadians crossing into the U.S. could soon face a requirement for facial biometrics by Customs and Border Protection. This new technology aims to effectively identify overstays. Travelers can opt-out by requesting a manual document check, but a start date for this requirement has yet to be announced. The Canada-U.S. border seems to be creating headlines…
The CBP is testing advanced biometric and AI technologies to modernize border entry processes, enhancing efficiency and security. With an emphasis on touchless experiences and human integration, the initiative seeks to streamline traveler processing while maintaining strict security measures. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is pioneering an advanced Digital Identity Plan focused on…
Customs and Border Protection is enhancing its use of biometric iris recognition technology, aiming for nearly complete integration in apprehensions. The CBP has reported that about 69% of recent apprehensions involved iris scanning, with plans for software updates to mandate this process. Iris recognition offers advantages in stability and identification, but it also raises privacy…
