Tech5 has launched a new biometrics software suite for law enforcement that includes T5-Identify and the Identify Mobile app, enhancing face and fingerprint identification for police agencies. The platform supports real-time searches and contactless fingerprint capture, incorporates tattoo recognition in line with FBI guidelines, and emphasizes user ease and data security. It aims to improve…
Canada is set to open bids for a biometrics contract valued between CA$25 million and CA$100 million to enhance its immigration system. The initiative, led by IRCC, seeks input on the latest biometric collection technologies and aims to ensure best practices in data integrity and inclusivity. Responses to the request for information are due by…
Amazon is advancing towards digital identity verification, planning to implement mobile driver’s licenses and federated identities by 2025. Despite current stringent measures, the complexity and high error rates in identity proofing challenge usability. Experts emphasize the need to manage tensions between security and accessibility as stakeholders strive to innovate and adopt more reliable identity technologies….
Neoke, in collaboration with IATA, has completed a live test of its digital travel wallet technology, aimed at improving user experience in air travel. The pilot, conducted on a Cathay Pacific flight, allowed passengers to use digital wallets for personal documents, simplifying the travel process through enhanced data sharing and biometric identification. This initiative marks…
Idemia NSS has won a $6.4 million contract from the DOJ to modernize the Justice Biometric Identity Service (JBIS). This service will enhance biometric identification for federal agencies, facilitate over 420,000 transactions annually, and leverage the latest technology while maintaining cybersecurity compliance. Over ten years, the contract could reach $44.3 million, representing a strategic upgrade…
Zambia’s biometric ID initiative faces challenges like low internet access and reliance on physical records, leading to inefficiencies in public service. The Integrated National Registration Information System (INRIS) aims to modernize this process by enhancing identity verification for citizens. However, substantial concerns regarding privacy protections and foreign involvement in data management remain critical issues that…
This article emphasizes the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in policing, highlighting the complex accountability it demands. As AI technologies are adopted, law enforcement agencies must ensure transparency and understanding of their applications, particularly in operational contexts. The article underscores the need for rigorous oversight and public communication in order to maintain trust in…
Neurotechnology has released an improved version of its NCheck Multi-Biometric Attendance Management Solution, integrating facial, fingerprint, and iris recognition technologies for secure and precise attendance monitoring. This advanced system combines employee and visitor management with access control, supports various device platforms, and features new capabilities like automated license plate recognition. NCheck is aimed at organizations…
Airports of Thailand has introduced a biometric scanning system at six airports, starting November 1, 2024, allowing domestic travelers to check in without boarding passes or ID cards. Registration is voluntary, and biometric data is journey-specific. The program will extend to international flights from December 1, 2024, pending immigration protocols. The initiative aims to enhance…
Airports of Thailand (AOT) is launching a cutting-edge biometric system utilizing facial recognition technology at six major airports. Effective from November 1, 2024, for domestic travelers, and December 1 for international travelers, the system aims to streamline check-ins, security, and boarding processes, enhancing the overall travel experience. Airports of Thailand (AOT) is implementing a sophisticated…
