Colorado Police Reintroduces Facial Recognition Technology Under New Regulations

The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office plans to reinstate facial recognition technology, now subject to new regulations for its policing use. Previously halted due to service discontinuation, the revised deployment stresses accountability and privacy safeguards while aiming to improve law enforcement effectiveness. The ACSO has engaged the public for feedback on implementing this technology responsibly. Facial…

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ROC Achieves 30% Accuracy Gain in Latent Fingerprint Biometrics via New Algorithm

ROC’s new ROC +0014 algorithm demonstrated a 30% increase in accuracy for latent fingerprint biometrics in the NIST ELFT evaluation. The algorithm reported an FNIR of 0.138 and processed matches in an average of 64 seconds, significantly improving efficiency. With high hit rates and free access to their SDK, ROC reinforces its leadership in biometric…

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ROC Implements Vision AI Technology for Enhanced Public Safety in West Virginia

ROC is deploying its Vision AI technology in Marion County, West Virginia, to enhance public security through real-time monitoring and improved law enforcement capabilities. Funded by the Department of Justice, this initiative integrates advanced tools into existing security systems to support emergency response and public safety measures, signaling a strategic move into the U.S. biometrics…

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ROC and Smytek Unveil Integrated Latent Biometrics for Forensic Advances

ROC and Smytek have partnered to integrate latent biometrics software with contactless forensic imaging technology, allowing crime scene investigators to capture and analyze fingerprints non-destructively from a distance. This technological advancement enhances the speed and efficiency of forensic investigations, reducing backlog and resource requirements while enabling quicker decision-making for law enforcement. ROC and Smytek have…

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Neurotechnology Achieves Top Ranking in NIST Latent Fingerprint Evaluation

Neurotechnology’s latent fingerprint algorithm has ranked highest in the NIST ELFT evaluation for accuracy, showing remarkable extraction speeds. The evaluation relies on datasets from U.S. law enforcement. Other companies in the top ten include Idemia and Thales. This achievement reflects Neurotechnology’s ongoing commitment to biometrics innovation. Neurotechnology has achieved the top position in the NIST…

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