Facial recognition stories - Page 2
The future of authentication: Are you embracing biometrics?
Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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Biometric technology is experiencing exponential growth and is predicted to transform the future of authentication.
i-PRO shares key tips on data privacy protection
Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
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data analytics
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encryption
Security solutions firm i-PRO underscores the importance of data privacy in a world increasingly under surveillance.
Privacy Commissioner scrutinises Foodstuffs' facial recognition trial
Mon, 12th Feb 2024
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Privacy Commissioner scrutinises Foodstuffs North Island's facial recognition trial over potential privacy issues and concerns about accuracy and bias among New Zealand's diverse populations.
CAMS enters insurance sector with major Oriental Insurance mandate
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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Financial technology provider Computer Age Management Services (CAMS) secures an expansive contract from Oriental Insurance Company.
Biometric-enabled POS transactions set to surge, says Juniper Research
Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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ecommerce
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investment
Juniper Research predicts a 138% jump in transactions via biometric-enabled Point of Sale (POS) terminals, climbing from 19.5 billion in 2023 to 46 billion by 2028.
Barracuda Networks tackle rising Aussie credential stuffing scams
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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cybersecurity
Barracuda Networks proposes sturdy measures against escalating Australian credential stuffing scams, affecting around 20,000 consumers, with increased bot-assisted logins and poor password hygiene.
The transformational power of AI in security
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising security with advanced surveillance cameras that augment monitoring, improve threat detection and streamline emergency responses, reshaping public safety and crime prevention.
Biometrics shift in UK security highlights privacy concerns
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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data privacy
Simon Alderson, of First Response Group, addresses privacy and security concerns emerging from the shift from CCTV to biometric technologies for surveillance.
European Union unveils groundbreaking AI Act for ethical AI use
Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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EU unveils landmark AI Act, setting precedent with guidelines for ethical and responsible AI usage and regulation.
INTERPOL and IDEMIA launch advanced BioHUB across 196 member nations
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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facial recognition
INTERPOL and IDEMIA have launched BioHUB, an advanced biometric identification system, across 196 member states for rapid, precise identification.
Livestock facial recognition tech Stoktake getting popular
Wed, 16th Aug 2023
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digital transformation
Stoktake takes a photo of the animal's face on a smartphone or tablet and uploads it to Stoktake’s proprietary AI and machine learning cloud platform.
SALTO Systems acquires UK technology innovator TouchByte
Tue, 23rd May 2023
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SALTO Systems acquires UK tech innovator TouchByte to enhance its secure face recognition access control solutions.
Ramco Systems appoints senior leaders for its Global Payroll Business
Fri, 21st Apr 2023
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Ramco Systems has appointed Paul Nikhil Prasad as Business Head of Managed Payroll Services to contribute to its HR and Payroll business growth.
Privacy Commissioner mulls biometrics code of practice
Fri, 16th Dec 2022
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healthtech
The Privacy Commissioner is looking into whether the use of biometrics needs to be regulated by a new code of practice.
Outdoor advertisers using smart technology to reach more customers
Tue, 13th Dec 2022
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smart home
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advertising
Technology that lets outdoor advertisers track people in the street is spreading, though the marketing industry says it is at pains not to invade privacy.
Foodstuffs trialling an expansion of facial recognition tech to further stores
Mon, 28th Nov 2022
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bi
Foodstuffs admits using facial recognition in some NZ stores, facing criticism while expanding technology trial.
Identity Check online system pilot launched despite gaps over privacy, rights
Tue, 22nd Nov 2022
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ministry of social development
Government's online identity check system raises concerns over human rights, ethics, and Māori engagement. Nationwide pilot underway.
Incode partners with Hoteza for biometric check-in
Thu, 10th Nov 2022
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cloud services
Incode has announced a new strategic partnership with Hoteza, which is said to offer seamless and secure hotel self-check-In through biometric authentication.
Exclusive: HID offers cutting-edge access management
Mon, 31st Oct 2022
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firewalls
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network security
HID powers the hardware and software that help businesses, schools and governments secure access and allow insight into their people, places and things.
Iris biometrics market set to expand nearly 4X by 2030
Thu, 13th Oct 2022
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biometrics
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healthtech
Iris biometrics market to expand 4X by 2030, with COVID-19 driving adoption for safety reasons, says Persistence Market Research.