Speed Read
Digital Identity as a Key to Improving Government Efficiency
(Better Identity Coalition, Jan 28, 2025)
A reoccurring theme that has emerged in recent years is that it is the same organized criminals and hostile nation states exploiting the same core weaknesses in digital identity infrastructure to steal billions not just from government – but also banks, healthcare, retailers, fintech services, and cryptocurrency exchanges.

NE Ohio Police Have Facial Recognition, Policy on Using It
(Government Technology, Jan 30, 2025)
Last year, Cleveland police went through the fusion center to obtain a report generated by Clearview AI while pursuing a murder investigation. That report was used to justify a search that a Cuyahoga County judge later discarded after defense attorneys argued an affidavit supporting the search warrant was misleading and relied on inadmissible evidence.

Georgia Rolls Out Thales Biometric Enrollment Kiosks for Driver's License Services
(Biometric Update, Jan 30, 2025)
“The introduction of Thales Enrollment Kiosks for credential issuance has significantly enhanced the customer experience at the Georgia Department of Driver Services,” says Georgia DDS Commissioner Spencer R. Moore. “The implementation of this technology has improved staffing efficiencies, enabling our team to focus on providing personalized assistance where it’s most needed. Overall, the Thales Kiosks have been a game-changer for both our customers and our staff.”

US v. Brown: District of Columbia Circuit Rules on Compelled Biometric Unlocking of Cellphones
(JD Supra, Jan 30, 2025)
Affirming that compelled biometric unlocking of cellphones is testimonial and protected by the Fifth Amendment, the court has reinforced the importance of safeguarding individual rights in the digital era. It also highlights the inherent tension in balancing investigative needs with constitutional protections.

Google Rolls Out Identity Check to Protect You from Muggers
(Android Technology, Jan 30, 2025)
Google announced a so-called Identity Check feature for Pixel phones earlier this month. This requires biometric authentication in addition to a PIN or password to change some settings outside of trusted places. Fortunately, this capability is now available on Pixel devices.
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