Scottish public support the use of biometrics in policing, Commissioner survey says
The latest survey of the Scottish public’s attitudes to police use of biometrics data has shown only “modest” improvement. The…
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New York senate committee advances ban on police use of biometric surveillance
The New York Senate Internet and Technology Committee has taken a decisive legislative step to confront the rapidly expanding use…
Swedish police seek mobile fingerprint readers in $7.6M tender
The Swedish police have issued a tender seeking mobile biometric fingerprint readers with integrated passport readers. The estimated value of…
Ireland to introduce retrospective facial recognition for police by summer
Ireland will introduce facial recognition legislation soon meaning the controversial technology could be on Irish streets by the summer. Ireland’s…
NSW law allows authorities to identify stolen ID credentials in real time
Police and accredited agencies in New South Wales could soon have the ability to flag identity theft and reset stolen…
Should police AI have discretion?
By Professor Fraser Sampson, former UK Biometrics & Surveillance Camera Commissioner “Discretion is the art of suiting action to circumstance –…
World Police Summit 2025
World Police Summit 2025 Dubai May 13-15, 2025 The World Police Summit, hosted by Dubai Police, is set to return…
Milwaukee police debate trading biometric data for Biometrica facial recognition
Although it has pledged to seek public consultation before signing a contract with a biometrics provider, the Milwaukee Police Department…
Irish politicians clash over regulation allowing police use of facial recognition
Work on drafting the legislation that would allow Irish police forces to use facial recognition is “well advanced,” according to…
Live facial recognition should shape future of policing, says former UK PM
Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair is a fan of live facial recognition. A report in The Times quotes Blair…
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