20 May, 2019Patent describes new Apple fingerprint scanner in touchscreen itself
The iPhone maker recently has moved to facial recognition technology, following larger trends, but the new patent seems to indicate other biometric authentication possibilities, including a possible renewed focus on fingerprint.
13 May, 2019Women in Biometrics Awards seeks nominees through June 1
The prestigious industry recognition takes place in June at the 2019 SIA GovSummit in Washington, D.C. The Women in Biometrics Awards, now in its fifth year, is accepting nominations for the 2019 program through June 1.
10 May, 2019IDEMIA facial recognition technology wins NIST vendor test
The facial recognition technology from IDEMIA beat out a large group of other vendors’ technology in a recent NIST trial— and the win comes as biometrics take more of a role in all facets of authentication.
25 Apr, 2019Virtual In-person Proofing kiosks from NextgenID enable remote identity proofing for government IDs
One of the most expensive and cumbersome parts of a secure ID implementation is the proofing of employees prior to credential issuance. For government credentials issued by federal agencies and contractors, the identity proofing process can now be managed remotely rather than via in-person interviews.
26 Mar, 2019New contactless readers enable user authentication beyond the front door
Enterprise networks, vehicle fleets and perimeter gates have new options to future proof user authentication via new contactless ELATEC readers. There are dozens of RFID and contactless card technologies in use globally, and this creates challenges for organizations implementing access control beyond the front door. Many contactless readers are designed to support a small number […]
12 Mar, 2019Facial recognition boarding at Miami International Airport
As the biometric authentication spreads — this latest project in Miami involves Lufthansa Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and SITA. It relies on live facial photos checked against CBP databases for real-time matching and verification.
25 Feb, 2019Red Cross digital ID effort gives Blockchain a central role with Evernym
Evernym, which promotes use of blockchain for digital ID, has awarded the Red Cross and four other global humanitarian groups free access to an accelerator program. The effort, involving organizations with wide reach, could further promote the deployment of cutting-edge digital IDs among millions of people.
19 Feb, 2019Ban on facial recognition considered in San Francisco
Facial recognition is increasingly being deployed to tighten security, improve authentication, and streamline payment and retail transactions. But an ordinance in San Francisco — the first of its kind — would ban its use by city government, potentially restricting police from using evidence gained from the biometric tool.
06 Feb, 2019Florida digital driver’s license could get legislative consideration
Louisiana has already approved them, and other states are considering them, and now digital driver’s licenses could soon see lawmaker debate in Florida. A bill is ready, and it goes beyond digital ID — it seeks to boost blockchain and could help lead to the creation of a real-time insurance database.
31 Jan, 2019Hospitals expand use of contactless readers to address cybersecurity, HIPAA vulnerabilities
Contactless and RFID readers have long been used by hospitals for time and attendance and logical access applications, but their use is growing rapidly for cybersecurity and HIPAA compliance as well. User authentication deficiencies, endpoint data leakage and excessive user permissions are the three most common cybersecurity risks facing health systems and hospitals, according to […]
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