Sri Lanka’s e-NIC project is launching next month with biometric features. Awaiting 300,000 additional cards from Thales to implement it, the project aims to integrate with the Unique Digital ID initiative. Awareness programs are being planned across public and private sectors for smooth adoption. Sri Lanka’s ambitious Electronic National Identity Card (e-NIC) project is gearing…
Sri Lanka’s Electronic National Identity Card (e-NIC) project is currently undergoing user and security testing led by SLCERT. The project includes 700,000 biometric polycarbonate cards designed to improve identification security. Upcoming integrations with the Sri Lanka Unique Digital ID project aim to streamline the process of acquiring ID cards, with enhanced accessibility and efficiency. Sri…
Sri Lanka will enhance its national ID system by securing biometric data using hashing technology. This approach transforms biometric information into unique, non-reversible hashes, safeguarding citizen data. Officials emphasize rigorous testing and the establishment of digital lockers for personal information, with initial collection focusing on fingerprints and facial recognition. Sri Lanka is set to enhance…
Biometric authentication opportunities are expanding, particularly for government services and payments. J.P. Morgan is set to enhance its biometric payment offerings, contrasting with Zwipe’s struggles in the market. International developments in biometric policies suggest growing demand, although challenges remain in scaling and regulatory compliance. The biometrics sector is experiencing a surge in opportunity, particularly for…
The Sri Lankan NPP government plans to implement a biometric National Identity Card by 2026 to enhance public services and promote economic growth. Despite some criticisms regarding privacy, cultural implications, and ties to Indian firms, the digital ID promises significant benefits for citizens, improving efficiency and access to essential services. The Sri Lankan government, led…
The global biometrics market is seeing growth, with significant activities including Sri Lanka’s passport challenges, the FBI’s biometric systems in Somalia, and new technology from J.P. Morgan and Intel. Age assurance developments aim to enhance privacy in digital ID. The U.S. is pushing for mobile driver’s licenses as cybersecurity measures, alongside ongoing discussions about biometric…
