Colorado is facing significant changes regarding the deployment of facial recognition technology in schools as a moratorium nears its end in July 2025. State legislators, led by Senator Chris Hansen, are evaluating both the benefits of AI in emergencies and the privacy risks. Concurrently, new data protection laws are set to impact biometric technology regulations,…
Colorado’s new biometric privacy law extends rigorous regulations to small businesses, mandating clear notifications and strict retention policies for biometric data, which includes details like fingerprints and facial scans. The law, viewed as a progressive measure in tech regulation, raises concerns about compliance costs and impacts on technological innovation, particularly for smaller enterprises. Colorado’s recent…
Buenos Aires is transitioning from a centralized to a decentralized digital identity system using the QuarkID protocol, allowing 3.6 million residents to obtain decentralized digital identities (DIDs). The miBA app will enhance access to official documents while enhancing user control over personal information. This initiative positions Buenos Aires as a global leader in digital identity…
California DMV has partnered with AuthenticID to implement a biometric identity verification system in its mobile driver’s license program. This integration allows residents to securely verify their identities almost instantaneously through facial recognition technology. The initiative supports integration with digital wallets and aims to improve DMV operations and resident convenience. California’s Department of Motor Vehicles…
