The TSA is implementing the Touchless ID program, utilizing facial recognition technology to simplify security checks at airports. Initially launched in 2021, the program allows TSA PreCheck members to skip traditional ID checks and speeds up the verification process. While it offers convenience for travelers, concerns around privacy and data retention are also noteworthy, as…
The TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID uses facial recognition for quick ID verification at selected airports, making travel easier for enrolled passengers at participating airlines like Delta and United. Travelers must opt-in, maintain updated profiles, and still carry physical IDs as backups. Privacy is prioritized, with data deleted post-verification. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has unveiled…
Air Canada is introducing facial recognition technology for boarding at Vancouver International Airport, allowing passengers to board without physical IDs. The initiative is voluntary and builds on a pilot program from February 2023. Concerns regarding privacy and job implications have been raised, but the airline stresses data encryption and short retention periods. Air Canada is…
