14 Jan, 2010NDIA conference to address presidential challenge
Following President Obama’s challenge to “find the needle in the haystack” in reference to shortcomings of intelligence regarding the Christmas bomber, the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) 2010 Biometrics Conference in Arlington, Virginia, Jan. 20 – 21, will focus on improving homeland security at ports of entry. The president’s challenge, called Homeland Presidential Directive 24, […]
14 Jan, 2010Gambia biometric system expected to enhance free and fair elections
The Chairman of Gambia’s Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), Alhaji Mustapha L. Carayol, has announced the commission’s budget and subsequent intent to utilize a new biometric voter registration system to conduct free, fair and transparent election starting with the 2011 polls, according to a Freedom Newspaper article. The move is coming following an informal audit of […]
14 Jan, 2010Commonwealth Bank of Australia to roll out 15,000 payment terminals
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has announced plans to implement 15,000 new contactless payment terminals before the end of the year, according to individual.com. The initiative marks a big step up from last year’s installation of 1,900 of new terminals. The bank now operates 160,000 terminals, a small fraction of which are equipped with […]
13 Jan, 2010Poland’s eID programs bodes well for smart card industry
Poland’s announcement that it’s deploying a new electronic ID credential is a positive development for the smart card industry, according to Frost & Sullivan. Also increased applications for smart card technologies within Poland and Europe will accelerate demand in other areas and generate incremental revenues for the smart card industry. The Polish ID project anticipates […]
13 Jan, 2010Meet MR-PIV
12 Jan, 2010Maryland makes cybersecurity a state priority
Maryland’s government unveiled a new set of policies for the state’s cybersecurity industry, according to a news report on NewsChannel8.com. The plan would begin with the creation of a national center for excellence in cybersecurity including an incubator, laboratory testing facilities and a council to advise the government and state leadership. Maryland is home to […]
11 Jan, 2010Won J. Jun joins ID Technology Partners
Won J. Jun, an expert in smart card systems and Identity and access management, has joined ID Technology Partners. Jun’s record includes working on government and commercial contracts including federal, state, military, telecommunications, energy, transit and financial sector projects. ID Technology Partners is a consulting firm with a focus on the secure authentication industry. Jun […]
11 Jan, 2010Experts expect biometric data to help strengthen terrorist watch lists
Security experts have said that the terrorist watch lists than many countries depend on to keep their borders and air travel safe is an imperfect tool prone to mistakes due to something as simple as spelling errors and incorrect or incomplete data from uncooperative countries, according to a Journal Gazette article. Fixing such short fallings […]
11 Jan, 2010Soutar: Biometrics plays many roles in identity
11 Jan, 20103D photo technology for secure driver licenses
By Cindy Alexander, Identity Solutions Manager, MorphoTrak Three-dimensional photo technology strikes the delicate balance necessary for driver licenses between ownership, privacy, ease of enrollment and cost. This technology provides a first-line security feature that is obvious at a glance and simple to validate. Laser-engraved 3D portrait technology is difficult to counterfeit and inherently establishes ownership […]
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