Australians accepting of biometric identification despite privacy concerns
More than 80 percent of Australians are “extremely concerned” about privacy threats associated with biometric technology for identity verification, but…
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Cyprus mulls over digital IDs as electronic signatures
Cyprus is considering going digital after the Transport Ministry is asking for public opinion on introducing electronic ID cards that…
China’s guidelines for facial recognition payments stress biometric data protection
The Payment & Clearing Association of China has introduced its first guidelines for facial recognition payments, addressing user consent and…
Israel Securities Authority announces changes to encourage digital innovation
Israel Securities Authority (ISA) announced regulatory changes to support and accommodate digital market innovation in Israel, writes KFGO. “The implication…
Pakistan introduces biometric screening to prevent terror funding through national investment schemes
In an effort to prevent funding terrorism, Pakistan will require biometric screening and identity verification for those participating in national…
Shanghai rolls out biometric terminals to prevent drug abuse
The Chinese government has introduced a biometric drug terminal at 31 health care organizations in Shanghai that uses facial recognition…
VerifyMe Nigeria
VerifyMe’s verification platform enables seamless, real-time ID verifications backed by the Nigerian Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Central Bank of Nigeria…
Santander Mexico biometric data collection initiative aims to enroll 3.7 million banking customers
Banco Santander México is collecting biometric data such as fingerprints and facial prints for client registration, and plans on registering…
Perspectives on biometrics and smart borders from Frost and Sullivan in new reports
Biometric fingerprint and facial recognition are the top drivers of the global biometrics market following their extensive deployment in government…
Former SureID CEO announces new biometrics solution company Q5id
Former SureID CEO Steve Larson is starting a new company together with some former team members, some two years after…
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