TECH5 has been awarded a 15-year contract worth $54 million by the Virginia State Police to upgrade Livescan biometric systems. The project will incorporate about 800 Livescan units and cloud-based services to enhance fingerprint capturing and processing efficiency, introduce advanced features, and modernize law enforcement data management. TECH5 has secured a significant 15-year contract valued…
IDEMIA has provided INTERPOL with an upgraded Multibiometric Identification System (MBIS), featuring advanced algorithms that enhance the efficiency of criminal investigations. The system allows member countries to query biometric data effectively, incorporating first-ranked algorithms from NIST evaluations. This development reaffirms IDEMIA’s commitment to public safety and its enduring partnership with INTERPOL, aimed at combating international…
TECH5 has secured a 15-year, $54 million contract with the Virginia State Police to modernize Livescan technology for fingerprint capture. The project will enhance processing capabilities through the implementation of advanced biometric systems, improving public safety by expediting data submission and accuracy in identifying individuals. The new system will be deployed across approximately 800 Livescan…
Tech5 has launched a new biometrics software suite for law enforcement that includes T5-Identify and the Identify Mobile app, enhancing face and fingerprint identification for police agencies. The platform supports real-time searches and contactless fingerprint capture, incorporates tattoo recognition in line with FBI guidelines, and emphasizes user ease and data security. It aims to improve…
Liveness detection emerges as a key defense against advanced AI-driven fraud, with organizations like Jumio enhancing capabilities. The UK’s OfDIA gains formal recognition, while Ireland and Malaysia push forward with national digital IDs. Major advances in biometric technologies, including border controls and facial recognition in retail, reflect a growing emphasis on secure digital identities amidst…
The UK government has launched the Office for Digital Identities and Attributes to oversee the digital ID market and enforce the Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework (DIATF). Established as a response to industry frustrations over slow progress, the office will certify providers and collaborate internationally to enhance the UK’s digital ID systems. The UK…
A Visa study reveals that one-third of Swedes are ready to use fingerprint access for various services, with 54% open to unique digital identities. The growing trust in biometrics over passwords is evident, alongside concerns about privacy and data protection that need addressing. Swedish providers are prepared to capitalize on this trend, with advancements in…
The GripID FAP30, launched by GripID and Integrated Biometrics, is claimed to be the smallest multimodal biometric device, incorporating advanced FAP30 fingerprint, iris, and facial recognition capabilities. Its portable design and robust features cater to law enforcement and potential KYC applications, with additional products on the horizon. GripID and Integrated Biometrics (IB) have unveiled the…
