The Identity and Payments Summit highlighted the merging of identity and payment systems, focusing on digital wallets and mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs). With 59% wallet usage among consumers, the trend shows a blurring of lines between payments and digital ID. Interoperability remains a concern, particularly for mDLs. Insights on biometrics suggest they play a crucial…
Veridas is implementing facial recognition technology at El Más Monumental stadium in Argentina, facilitating rapid and secure entry for fans. The biometric system, developed alongside RiverID, allows for quick enrollment and identification. Additionally, Veridas has launched its identity verification platform on Google Cloud Marketplace and is working on a digital identity wallet in Navarra to…
EDEKA Jaeger has launched a third automated store in Stuttgart with biometric age verification kiosks from Diebold Nixdorf. The technology uses AI for facial age estimation to facilitate sales of restricted products like alcohol. This initiative supports a customer-centric shopping experience while decreasing staff workload on age confirmation tasks. EDEKA Jaeger has launched its third…
HID Rapid ID provides a three-step fingerprint verification tool for police, enhancing operational efficiency and safety. The Nomad 30 Pocket Reader allows for easy fingerprint capture, even in challenging conditions. The system ensures instant results by cross-checking against databases, contributing to improved public safety and order. HID Rapid ID has introduced a streamlined three-step fingerprint…
Realbotix has launched its Realbotix Robotic AI Vision System, enhancing humanoid robots with features like facial and object recognition. This system facilitates personalized interactions by allowing biometric uploads and improves situational awareness. The technology aims to redefine the role of robots in social and business settings while integrating with various industries. Realbotix Corp., a Toronto-based…
The Detroit Pistons are working with ID.me to implement a biometric verification system aimed at enhancing fan experience. This initiative ensures that tickets and perks are accessible only to real fans, protecting them from bots and fraud. ID.me’s digital identity tools are crucial for this, promising a smoother experience for attending games and accessing benefits…
Nametag has launched VerifiedHire, an integrated identity verification solution aimed at preventing North Korean operatives from infiltrating remote IT jobs in the U.S. The product enhances onboarding through automated identity checks and customizable workflows, improving security and operational efficiency in organizations. Nametag has introduced its VerifiedHire product, integrating identity verification and deepfake prevention to combat…
Holonym Foundation has acquired Gitcoin Passport for $10 million, renaming it Human Passport to create a prominent Proof of Personhood network. This protocol allows users to verify their uniqueness without sharing sensitive data. It integrates multiple verification methods and employs zero-knowledge proofs to enhance privacy in digital identity systems, ultimately seeking to empower human rights…
Anonybit has launched its decentralized biometric identity platform within NayaOne’s Tech Marketplace, allowing financial institutions to conduct low-risk tests of the technology. This initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of innovative identity management solutions, thereby enhancing security and efficiency in financial transactions. Anonybit has integrated its decentralized biometric identity platform into NayaOne’s Tech Marketplace, allowing…
Imply has successfully introduced its ElevenTickets biometric ticketing technology at Beira-Rio Stadium in Porto Alegre, enhancing security and streamlining fan access. The platform is being adopted by other clubs, integrating ticketing, membership management, and access control. The technology’s effectiveness is demonstrated by its impressive ticket sales and market share in the Brazilian Championship league. Imply…
