Digi Yatra's International Pilot Project Likely in June: CEO Khadakbhavi
(Business Standard, Oct 01, 2024)
This pilot project will be conducted with the help of foreign passengers who hold electronic passports (e-passports). India has not yet launched e-passport, which contains an embedded microchip storing biometric data, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, for enhanced security and seamless travel. “Countries within the European Union, Singapore, etc have launched e-passports. A significant number of their citizens hold such passports. So, the pilot project will be done with their involvement,” Khadakbhavi mentioned.
Long Home Affairs Queues to Become A Thing of the Past?
(The South African, Oct 01, 2024)
The new digital Home Affairs system will enhance South Africa’s national security by using biometric technology to prevent identity fraud and detect fraudulent or reused documents, according to Capetown. Furthermore, an automated risk engine will cross-reference visa applications with domestic and international criminal databases.
Travel Expert Gives Warning as New Biometric Checks Come into Force at Airports
(Surrey Live, Sep 30, 2024)
The new biometric system uses advanced technology to capture biometric data, like fingerprints or facial images, when travellers pass through immigration control. This data is then cross-checked against security databases to confirm a person's identity. While the checks may take a bit longer than traditional passport control at first, the goal is to reduce wait times and improve security in the long run.
The Case for Biometrics-Driven Self-Service in Government
(TechCentral, Oct 01, 2024)
“At the heart of this transformation lies the use of biometrics-driven self-service infrastructure, a powerful tool that not only lightens the load on government service centres but also adds significant value through enhanced convenience, efficiency and security,” says Grahame Saunders, GM for Identity Management at NEC XON. One such application is identity document applications.
MLB Hopes Facial Recognition Program Scores with Fans
(PYMNTS, Oct 01, 2024)
As the Major League Baseball (MLB) postseason kicks off this week, the league hopes to expand its facial recognition entry program known as Go-Ahead Entry.
