iProov engaged in trials to bolster UK maritime port security, focusing on facial biometrics. Aimed at improving passenger processing, the project addresses challenges posed by the EU Entry/Exit System (EES). With an anticipated rollout in November, the initiative seeks to streamline border control without requiring passengers to leave their vehicles, reflecting a shift towards digital…
Trust Stamp has announced the allowance of a critical patent for its “Interoperable Biometric Representation” framework, designed to enhance biometric interoperability and security. This technology allows for seamless and secure biometric comparisons across different systems and reduces vendor lock-in. By generating privacy-secured tokens, Trust Stamp is advancing its mission of fostering secure, privacy-first identity verification…
Key State Capital has launched a comprehensive database of decentralized identity projects, revealing that nearly 60% of countries developing digital IDs are also focusing on decentralized options. The move aims to provide greater control over personal data for citizens globally. Despite challenges like limited interoperability and short-lived pilot programs, the market for decentralized IDs is…
EDEKA Jaeger has launched a third automated store in Stuttgart with biometric age verification kiosks from Diebold Nixdorf. The technology uses AI for facial age estimation to facilitate sales of restricted products like alcohol. This initiative supports a customer-centric shopping experience while decreasing staff workload on age confirmation tasks. EDEKA Jaeger has launched its third…
Trust Stamp has received a patent approval for its Interoperable Biometric Representation framework, which enhances biometric data interoperability. This innovation allows secure comparison of biometric samples across different vendors, eliminates vendor lock-in, and uses tokenization to protect sensitive data. The framework signifies a major leap towards more secure and accessible digital identity management. Trust Stamp…
The Office for Digital Identities and Attributes (OfDIA) has updated its register of certified identity verification firms under the Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework (DIATF), highlighting 55 firms including leaders like Veridas and Yoti. A new trustmark will be introduced to enhance service verification. Most certifications are from the Age Check Certification Scheme, with…
A new superconducting LiDAR system can identify faces from a kilometer away, boasting ten times the resolution of existing systems. Developed by a collaboration of elite institutions, it uses a superconducting nanowire single-photon detector for high-accuracy distance measurement and fog penetration. Applications range from security to remote sensing, and it successfully operates in daylight. Despite…
Various countries are strengthening age verification laws to limit youth access to alcohol and tobacco. Greece has introduced legislation requiring vendors to verify customer age. Similar measures are being adopted in Russia, New York, and Maryland, with a focus on using biometric data and digital IDs to ensure compliance. In response to predictions for 2025,…
Armenia is set to roll out new biometric passports and ID cards by 2026. Three bidders have advanced in the tender process for this public-private partnership project. Details of the proposals will be revealed on October 10, with a selection anticipated by the end of March 2025, improving service efficiency at airports and government offices….
The Government Services Prism Report evaluates over 120 biometric vendors, predicting a $202.5 billion revenue opportunity and 6.4 trillion identity transactions globally by 2028. It serves as a strategic guide for government stakeholders, emphasizing the use of biometrics to enhance efficiency and combat fraud. Key insights, challenges, and growth trajectories are outlined, providing valuable data…
