Beginning May 7, 2025, REAL ID enforcement requires adults to present approved IDs for federal facilities and flights, likely increasing biometric checks. While this aims for enhanced security, notable risks about biometric data security emerge. Expert Joshua McKenty emphasizes the need for responsible data management and privacy protection amid rising identity threats. Starting May 7,…
A Chinese LiDAR system can recognize facial details from over 60 miles away, tested successfully at Qinghai Lake. Unlike traditional microwave systems, its optical wavelength allows for higher resolution images. While it excels in distance, effectively monitoring military satellites, it requires perfect weather for optimal operation, unlike the Heriot-Watt superconducting LiDAR, which functions in fog…
A new superconducting LiDAR system can identify faces from a kilometer away, boasting ten times the resolution of existing systems. Developed by a collaboration of elite institutions, it uses a superconducting nanowire single-photon detector for high-accuracy distance measurement and fog penetration. Applications range from security to remote sensing, and it successfully operates in daylight. Despite…
