Biometrics moves beyond security, border control to transform travel globally
As tourism evolves and destinations seek new ways to accommodate visitors, some believe biometric systems at borders, airports and other…
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India expands biometric fast-track immigration to 21 airports
The Ministry of Home Affairs has extended the biometric Travelers are required to scan their boarding passes and passports at…
Airport biometrics one thing most Americans agree on
The vast majority of U.S. travelers approve of the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) use of biometrics at airports, which clocks…
Travel far ahead on realizing benefits of biometrics and digital ID
By Alan Goode, CEO and Chief Analyst at Goode Intelligence Imagine an industry where you can book tickets, store them securely,…
WTTC calls for renewed effort on digital health passes through WHO network
Countries around the world should sign up to the Global Digital Health Certification Network (GDHCN) to align health checks for…
Biometric ID cards being used to eliminate some Brexit prohibitions
Brexit has caused a drop in inbound travel, prompting segments of that industry to pressure UK officials to ease up….
Travel industry adoption of facial recognition grows
Travelers are likely to be among the first to experience the mass worldwide commercial deployment of facial recognition, with a…
Privacy group challenges Ryanair’s use of facial recognition
Digital rights group NOYB has filed a complaint against Ryanair, Europe’s largest airline by passenger numbers. The complaint alleges that…
ETIAS clarifies biometric data requirements about Europe’s new visa system
As Europe prepares to introduce its new Entry/Exit System (EES) at the end of 2023, confusion is growing around data…
Amsterdam-based startup secures funding for advancement of travel digital ID technology
An Amsterdam-based travel technology startup, NeoKe secured €1.3 million (roughly US$1.46 million) in funding from several venture capital funds to…
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