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Unissey and Opale.io Collaborate on Advanced Age Verification Solution

Unissey partners with Opale.io to create an age verification product that combines biometrics and user privacy. This collaboration aims to comply with stringent regulations from French regulator Arcom by providing a double anonymity age check solution that protects users’ identities while verifying age. Unissey and Opale.io have partnered to develop an innovative age verification solution…

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InverID Achieves ETSI 119 461 Compliance for ReadID Identity Verification

InverID has announced that its identity verification product, ReadID, now complies with the ETSI 119 461 standard for remote identity proofing. This certification enables it to serve within the European Digital Identity wallet under eIDAS2.0 regulations. InverID has enhanced its certification offerings with compliance to the ETSI 119 461 standard for its NFC-based identity verification…

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Calls for Transparency in Police Use of Facial Recognition Technology

Human rights groups are advocating for transparency in police facial recognition technology, highlighting the need for accountability, oversight, and specific laws governing its use. In the UK, concerns are raised about the implications of accessing drivers’ database for surveillance, while Georgia investigates allegations of facial recognition use against protestors. The report underscores a balance between…

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Easypaisa Implements Fees for Failed Biometric Verifications in Pakistan

Easypaisa has initiated fees for failed biometric verifications following new NADRA regulations aimed at increasing security in financial transactions. Users are charged for unsuccessful attempts while the Sindh government introduces mandatory biometric processes for vehicle registrations to enhance transparency and combat fraud. The policy details implementation phases starting mid-2024, signifying a wider commitment to digital…

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Corsight AI Advances AI Explainability in Facial Recognition Technology

Corsight AI is enhancing AI explainability in facial recognition by showing how its technology analyzes facial features. This initiative aims to build trust and comply with regulations. Corsight has also been certified under the ISO 42001 standard, while addressing international client needs regarding privacy and safety. The company is expanding in various regions, focusing on…

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BoG Directs Banks to Use Biometric Verification Instead of Ghana Card Photocopies

The Bank of Ghana has prohibited photocopying of Ghana Cards for banking and mandated biometric verification instead. This move enhances security, reduces fraud risks, and aligns with national regulations. A recent stakeholder event emphasized the need for collaboration on secure identity management, with key attendees advocating for biometrics to be the standard for transactions. The…

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Balancing Air Travel Security Advancements with Privacy Concerns

The CSST report proposes major reforms in U.S. air travel security, advocating for increased use of biometrics and AI while highlighting urgent privacy concerns. The report recommends expanding facial recognition technology at checkpoints to enhance efficiency. However, critics warn of significant risks related to biometric data collection and storage, stressing the need for robust privacy…

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EU AI Act’s Role in Shaping Biometric Standards and Rights Protection

The EU’s AI Act may not create a global regulatory influence but is likely to define standards for biometric technologies in the EU, particularly affecting the Digital Identity Wallet. Research highlights the importance of protecting fundamental rights amidst the challenges posed by biometric surveillance regulations, including exceptions for law enforcement. The European Union’s AI Act…

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AI’s Threat to Biometric Authentication: An In-Depth Analysis of Risks and Strategies

The IST report warns that AI and deepfake technologies jeopardize biometric authentication systems, particularly those based on visual and auditory cues. It emphasizes the role of liveness detection as a defense mechanism and outlines the potential for AI spoofing to create convincing fake biometric data. Organizations are urged to adopt robust cybersecurity strategies to mitigate…

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