DHS Opens IXM Specification for Enhanced Biometric Data Interactions

The DHS has opened its IXM specification for vendors to enhance biometric system interaction. The Office of Biometric Identity Management automates message validation. Future announcements are anticipated regarding biometric data schema. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has made its specification for interacting with the nation’s largest biometrics database available to vendors and developers….

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Idemia Public Security Achieves Top Rankings in NIST Fingerprint Evaluations

Idemia Public Security has been ranked first in recent NIST fingerprint evaluations, excelling in the Evaluation of Latent Fingerprint Technologies (ELFT) and other key benchmarks. The results indicate improvements in accuracy that are crucial for forensic investigations and public safety. Idemia’s leadership in the field reinforces its commitment to advancing biometric solutions for law enforcement….

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CardLab Enhances Security with New Biometric Access Control Card

CardLab has introduced the Access biometric access control card, featuring the FPC1323 T-Shape sensor from Fingerprint Cards. This card aims to replace passwords for secure log-ins and physical access. It ensures offline biometric verification for identity protection, superior speed, and proven security through FIDO 1+ certification, with support for NFC and BLE technologies. CardLab has…

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ICE to Procure NEC NeoScan 45 Fingerprint Devices for Enhanced Identification

ICE plans to award a contract to Government Acquisition Inc. for NEC’s NeoScan 45 fingerprint biometric devices, valued at around $160,000. The NeoScan is the only device compatible with ICE’s IT infrastructure, enhancing identification capabilities during law enforcement operations. It enables quick verification of identities, crucial in cases where individuals lack identification. The continuation of…

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Revolutionizing Pet Safety: How Petnow Uses AI and Biometrics for Identification

Petnow, an AI platform for pet identification, uses biometric nose scans to identify pets, replacing traditional methods like microchipping. Founded in 2018 and awarded at CES 2022, it allows users to create profiles and scan their pet’s nose for identification. Despite claims of high accuracy, concerns remain about its effectiveness and the unique challenges it…

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