All eyes on AI Act exemptions as ban on high-risk AI systems nears
Despite being celebrated as the world’s first comprehensive AI legislation in the world, the European Union’s AI Act has left…
facial recognition
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DHS releases ‘comprehensive’ report on use of face biometric systems
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) new report on the department’ use of facial recognition (FR) and face capture…
Biometrics in live event venues face pushback from privacy regulators
Sports leagues and live event venues continue to explore facial recognition for security and ticketing use cases. Biometric ticketing deployments…
Trump puts brakes on Biden-era AI regulation; future uncertain
As was expected, on day one of being inaugurated, President Donald Trump repealed outgoing President Joe Biden’s Executive Order (EO)…
faceEsign
faceEsign revolutionizes KYC processes by integrating facial recognition, video verification, and e-signatures, enabling companies to onboard customers securely and seamlessly….
Facial recognition for borders and travel: 2025 trends and insights
By Vito Fabbrizio Managing Director, Biometrics Business Unit, HID The world of biometrics is constantly evolving, and 2024 was a transformative…
Oosto bought for $125M, far less than $352M raised but 6x annual revenues
Israeli real-time facial recognition company Oosto has been acquired by AI-based parking lot operator Metropolis for US$125 million. The figure…
FC Copenhagen will use facial recognition to stop violent football fans
Football Club Copenhagen has received permission to use automated facial recognition to boost security and prevent banned football fans from…
Rights groups urge priority to human rights in AI Act implementation
A group of more than 20 civil rights organizations has signed a letter urging the European Commission to prioritize human…
Salto Systems releasing new facial recognition access control product
Spanish identity management and electronic locking company Salto Systems is launching a new biometric access control product this month. The…
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