New Orleans ID emerges as national test for municipal autonomy, resistance to ICE
In late July, New Orleans announced the Crescent City ID, a municipal identity card program specifically designed to support inclusion in…
Government Services
News, interviews and reports relating to government contracts for biometric systems used in eGovernment, border control, national security and national ID.
SSA’s ID proofing push fuels access concerns amid claims of customer service gains
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is navigating a contentious balancing act as it works to modernize its customer service infrastructure…
Facial recognition named an oversight priority by Australian Information Commissioner
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner has unveiled its regulatory priorities for 2025–26 as it juggles its oversight of…
NZ launches digital credential issuance platform tender
New Zealand has officially launched a Request For Proposal (RFP) to identify suppliers for a digital credential issuance platform that…
Armenia’s bank-backed imID buys mobile ID system
Armenia’s digital identity company imID has announced the acquisition of Mobile ID, a digital ID service created by telecommunication operator…
Sri Lanka developing an elaborate AI strategy for economic expansion
Sri Lanka is focusing on creating a robust artificial intelligence (AI) strategy to attain a fivefold increase in its digital…
Ethiopia digitizes over 900 public services as digital govt strategy makes progress
Digital transformation in Ethiopia is on steady progress as the government has announced that more than 900 public services can…
Biometric surveillance infrastructure grows as FBI, Leidos deepen partnership
In a move that reflects the accelerating convergence of biometric surveillance and national security infrastructure, the Federal Bureau of Investigation…
UK tenders new biometric passport contract to include DTCs
The British Home Office is seeking suppliers for the delivery of end-to-end passport manufacturing and personalization. The tender includes potential…
Sri Lanka’s digital economy needs creative DPI business models: official
Sri Lanka needs to consider different types of business arrangements for its digital ecosystem, other than in procurement-based interactions, according…
Biometric Market Analysis and Buyer's Guides
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