How the US Government is encouraging biometric growth
A successful future for biometrics is being propelled by the US Government, and their many biometric projects. Here’s an article that sums up everything to date, from US-VISIT to the Frequent Flyers project to the TWIC card. These things are definitely pushing the technology forward.
But widespread adoption of biometric solutions depends on the creation and acceptance of biometric standards, to ensure that interoperable systems can identify users at all participating locations. A key challenge will be designing systems that protect privacy and alleviate fears of government abuse. Ultimately, it will have to be done on a worldwide basis to allow the free movement of goods and people.Read the article.
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