TSA test of CBP biometrics expands, startups granted funds as GAO recommends ways to include SMBs
The U.S. Transportation Security Administration needs to do a better job of partnering with small businesses on aviation security technology…
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JetBlue’s biometric boarding paused by pandemic, CBP border implementations continue
The majority of biometric boarding operations by JetBlue have been paused due to the additional complications posed by COVID-19, but…
Madrid Airport pilots Thales face biometrics on tablets for smoother passenger journey
Madrid Airport is piloting face biometrics from Thales to identify passengers using mobile devices for a fast, smooth, safe and contactless…
Experts discuss pandemic shifting of airport biometrics emphasis, as new implementations unveiled
The adoption of airport biometrics is unlikely to be slowed by the pandemic, experts from Aruba and Vision-Box suggested during…
Airport biometrics providers see opportunity amid disruption of pandemic and new European rules
Airport biometric projects were in many cases delayed by the pandemic, but industry stakeholders are prioritizing them as they plan…
Idemia working on digital health passport for borders with Kiwi immunity-detection company
Idemia has partnered with Orbis Diagnostics, an immunity-detection technology provider based in New Zealand, to support research and development into quantitative…
TSA challenge crowdsources biometrics innovation for airports
The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recently opened the Power of Passengers Challenge, calling on citizens and companies to experiment…
Biometrics is transforming the face of flying: Facial recognition compliance tips for airports and airlines
Guest post by David J. Oberly, attorney at Blank Rome, LLP In recent years, facial recognition technology has evolved and…
UK to use biometric data as sole authentication for international travel
The United Kingdom released its 2025 Border Strategy, a five-year innovation model to improve national security and biosecurity. The changes…
Biometric entry for all travelers launched at LAX with CBP Simplified Arrival
Face biometrics will be used to identify all travelers on international flights departing from and arriving at Los Angeles International…
