Biometric Update for September 11, 2024

Daily biometrics news and exclusive features about biometrics companies.

Digital IDs: How to accelerate global interoperability

By Andrew Black

Sep 8, 2024 - By Andrew Black, Managing Director, ConnectID If you work on developing digital IDs and interoperable global systems, you’re well aware…

Malaysia completes biometric border clearance pilot at Singapore border

By Ayang Macdonald

Sep 10, 2024 - Authorities in the Malaysian state of Johor say plans are being finalized for the implementation of a biometric border clearance…

Cameroon ends 2024 biometric voter registration drive with 755k new enrollments

By Ayang Macdonald

Sep 10, 2024 - The Director General in charge of Elections at Cameroon’s elections management agency (ELECAM), Dr Erik Essousse, says 755,085 new potential…

Protean acknowledged for leadership in digital public infrastructure

By Abigail Opiah

Sep 10, 2024 - Protean Tech has been recognized for its contributions to the digital public infrastructure (DPI) sector at the 2024 Global Fintech…

Texas age verification law mostly unconstitutional: US district court judge

By Joel R. McConvey

Sep 10, 2024 - In court battles over age assurance, victory can be a matter of perspective. A Texas judge has ruled that the…

New Burkina Faso biometric passport further cements ECOWAS departure

By Ayang Macdonald

Sep 10, 2024 - The government of Burkina Faso has unveiled a new generation biometric passport in a move that highlights the countries unwillingness…

Incode, Tech5, Idnow, Suprema level up with certifications, standards compliance

By Abigail Opiah

Sep 10, 2024 - The global identity verification industry is witnessing advancements as biometric technology providers, including Incode Technologies, Tech5, Idnow, and Suprema, announce…

SIC Biometrics plots scale-up path from under-the-radar prominence

By Chris Burt

Sep 9, 2024 - SIC Biometrics is surely among the most influential hardware providers in the industry to remain an unfamiliar name to some…

Federal law enforcement must now conduct transparent, standardized AI field testing

By Anthony Kimery

Sep 10, 2024 - A White House advisory panel voted to approve a 24-page report that sets forth specific actions that all federal law…

India to digitize the agricultural sector through unique digital farmer ID

By Abhishek Jadhav

Sep 10, 2024 - India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the implementation of DPI for agriculture in the Union Budget 2024-25. The approved Digital…

Cameroon ends 2024 biometric voter registration drive with 755k new enrollments
Ayang Macdonald | 4 hours ago

Malaysia completes biometric border clearance pilot at Singapore border
Ayang Macdonald | 4 hours ago

New Burkina Faso biometric passport further cements ECOWAS departure
Ayang Macdonald | 4 hours ago

India to digitize the agricultural sector through unique digital farmer ID
Abhishek Jadhav | 5 hours ago

Protean acknowledged for leadership in digital public infrastructure
Abigail Opiah | 6 hours ago

Federal law enforcement must now conduct transparent, standardized AI field testing
Anthony Kimery | 10 hours ago

Incode, Tech5, Idnow, Suprema level up with certifications, standards compliance
Abigail Opiah | 11 hours ago

Texas age verification law mostly unconstitutional: US district court judge
Joel R. McConvey | 11 hours ago

Switzerland takes another step towards digital ID
Masha Borak | 11 hours ago

Privado ID lands deal with telco giant Telefónica’s business unit
Masha Borak | 12 hours ago

Decentralized ID firm Gataca launches age verification for adult entertainment platforms
Masha Borak | 12 hours ago

Face Forensics unveils new biometric identification system for severely damaged faces
Abigail Opiah | 12 hours ago

SIC introducing biometric self-enrollment kiosk, mobile kit at Identity Week
Abhishek Jadhav | 12 hours ago

Vitaprotech relaunches prominent biometric security brand Hirsch
Chris Burt | 12 hours ago

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Features and Industry Interviews

Biometric Update offers exclusive features and in-depth interviews with executives in the biometrics industry.

SIC Biometrics plots scale-up path from under-the-radar prominence

By Chris Burt

Sep 9, 2024 - SIC Biometrics is surely among the most influential hardware providers in the industry to remain an unfamiliar name to some…

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Travizory advocates combination of biographic, biometric data for stronger border security
Ayang Macdonald | 1 week ago

Claim that DTC ‘is the strongest digital identity’ under the microscope
Chris Burt | 2 weeks ago

Incognia rides steady growth as it aims for half a billion users
Joel R. McConvey | 3 weeks ago

Disconnect between deepfake attacks and defenses revealed by iProov survey
Chris Burt | 4 weeks ago

OIX: Digital ID is in a ‘critical phase’ globally
Masha Borak | 4 weeks ago

ZA airport delays not caused by Idemia biometrics system
Chris Burt | 1 month ago

Transforming biometric security: ZeroBiometrics ditches templates for good
Chris Burt | 1 month ago

Ideal authentication solution boils down to using best tools to stop attacks
Joel R. McConvey | 1 month ago

Industry Insights

Biometric Update Industry Insights feature biometrics and digital ID industry experts discussing their unique perspectives.

Digital IDs: How to accelerate global interoperability

By Andrew Black

Sep 8, 2024 - By Andrew Black, Managing Director, ConnectID If you work on developing digital IDs and interoperable global systems, you’re well aware…

More Industry Insights

Emerging technology and emergency surveillance or vice versa?
Fraser Sampson | 1 week ago

The role of behavioral biometrics in a world of growing cyberthreats
Anthony Eaton | 1 week ago

Remote biometric surveillance and policing – a new frame of reference?
Fraser Sampson | 2 weeks ago

From doubt to assurance: The battle for online integrity
Aled Lloyd Owen | 2 weeks ago

TSA biometrics program is evolving faster than critics’ perceptions
Neville Pattinson | 3 weeks ago

Protecting digital customer journeys from AI biases
Olivier Koch | 3 weeks ago

Digital Identity in Developing Nations

With UN SDG 16.9 calling for legal identity for all by 2030, Biometric Update is taking a special in-depth focus on digital ID projects in developing countries.

Digital identity and DPI hold potential to transform humanitarian aid

By Abigail Opiah

Sep 8, 2024 - The integration of technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and digital identity systems is enhancing the efficiency and inclusivity…