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Biometrics Institute
The Biometrics Institute is the independent and impartial international membership organisation for biometric users and other interested parties. It was established in 2001 to promote the responsible, ethical and effective use of biometrics. It has offices in London and Sydney.
The member register which represents a global and diverse multi-stakeholder community lists over 200 membership organisations from 43 countries. It includes banks, airlines, government agencies, biometric experts, privacy experts, suppliers, academics and 18 Observers representing United Nations agencies, IGOs and European Union institution.
The Biometrics Institute connects the global biometrics community. It shares knowledge with its members and key stakeholders and most importantly, develops good practices and thought leadership for the responsible, ethical and effective use of biometrics.
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Barclays joins Biometrics Institute, Biometrics 2014 conference sees record delegate numbers
The Biometrics Institute announced that Barclays Bank has joined the organization as the 163rd member. Additionally, Biometrics 2014 conference, “The…
| Oct 6, 2014 | Biometrics Institute, FIDO Alliance to hold joint meeting before Biometrics 2014 conferenceThe Biometrics Institute and the FIDO (Fast Identity Online) Alliance announced they will hold a joint event on October 20… |
| Sep 19, 2014 | Biometrics Institute informs UK Parliament about privacy concernsBiometrics Institute announced it has made a submission to the UK government’s Science and Technology Committee addressing the need to… |
| Aug 29, 2014 | Biometrics 2014 Conference & Exhibition announces keynote speakersElsevier and the Biometrics Institute have announced its keynote speaker lineup for the upcoming Biometrics 2014 Conference & Exhibition, which… |
| Jul 28, 2014 | Identification and verification firm Facebanx joins the Biometrics InstituteFacebanx announced it has joined the Biometrics Institute, bringing the member count to 155 including Gemalto, Hitachi Europe, Nuance Communications… |
| Jul 21, 2014 | Biometrics2014: A Q&A with Biometrics Institute CEO Isabelle MoellerEarlier this year the Biometrics Institute announced a partnership with Elsevier to deliver the Biometrics2014 Conference & Exhibition. Taking place… |
| Jul 9, 2014 | Biometrics Institute sees rise in biometrics among mobile devicesThe Biometrics Institute released the results of its 2014 Industry Survey, which saw a significant rise in the use of… |
| Jul 4, 2014 | Biometrics 2014 launches final conference agenda, Samsung to keynoteThe Biometrics Institute has recently announced several new speaker additions and updates leading up to its Biometrics 2014 event, set… |
| Jun 27, 2014 | Biometrics Institute to hold first member meeting in Washington DCBiometrics Institute has announced it will host its first member meeting in Washington DC at the Embassy of Australia.on September… |
| Jun 15, 2014 | Top biometrics news stories, week of June 15Biometrics Week in Review: Aadhaar issues, Nigeria sets guidelines for biometric databases, NSA comments on using facial recognition on American`s,… |
| Jun 12, 2014 | Biometrics must be deployed with security and privacy: Biometrics InstituteThe Biometrics Institute has issued a statement stressing the need for ”a better understanding of biometrics to help build trust into… |
| May 30, 2014 | Biometric payments a hot topic at Biometrics Institute APAC conferenceBiometric payments are a growing trend. According to a recent panel at the Biometrics Institute Asia Pacific Conference, consumers can… |
| May 29, 2014 | Australian immigration and border protection minister says biometrics a key part of future developmentAustralian immigration and border protection minister Scott Morrison recently keynoted at the Biometrics Institute Asia Pacific Conference, and focused on… |
| Apr 17, 2014 | Biometrics Institute launches 2014 Industry SurveyThe Biometrics Institute has launched its annual Industry Survey, asking members and stakeholders to provide input on the current status and… |
| Mar 13, 2014 | Biometrics Institute calls for collaboration between border agencies and aviation industryThe Biometrics Institute is advocating for tighter collaboration between border agencies and the aviation industry to promote safer air travel. This… |
| Feb 18, 2014 | Biometrics Institute and Elsevier announce partnership for Biometrics 2014 conferenceThe Biometrics Institute has announced an official partnership with Elsevier — a scientific, technical and medical information products and services provider –… |
| Jan 27, 2014 | Biometrics Institute boasts newly-elected board, upcoming eventsThe Biometrics Institute has announced its newly-elected Board, which includes representatives from Immigration New Zealand, the FBI and UK Ministry of… |
| Jan 21, 2014 | ABT Security Systems joins Biometrics InstituteABT Security Systems has just announced that it has joined the Biometrics Institute as a member. “We were excited to hear… |
| Nov 7, 2013 | Biometrics Institute aims to address concerns for the responsible use of biometricsThe Biometrics Institute says more awareness is required about the responsible use of biometrics to ensure a successful future for the… |
| Oct 2, 2013 | Biometrics Institute calls for the adoption of spoof detection following iPhone 5S hackThe Biometrics Institute is campaigning for widespread adoption of spoof detection technology, and it’s not alone. “This attack technique of presenting… |
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Biometrics Institute invites stakeholders to join education efforts
By Isabelle Moeller, Chief Executive at Biometrics Institute. This year has been a learning curve for the Biometrics Institute, as…
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Biometrics Institute Concepts and Solutions Report
The Biometrics Institute’s 2026 Silver Jubilee Concepts and Solutions Report explores the balance between digital identity and physical authenticity. With…
| Jul 15, 2025 | Biometrics Institute Concepts and Solutions Report |
