Speed Read
Facial Recognition in Policing Is Getting State-By-State Guardrails
(Minnesota Reformer, Feb 04, 2025)
“We think some of them can absolutely provide benefits for solving crime, protecting victims,” Kinsey said. “But using those tools, using them according to rules that are public, transparent and have accountability, are not mutually exclusive goals.

EU AI Act: First Set of Requirements Go into Effect February 2, 2025
(JD Supra, Feb 04, 2025)
The first binding obligations of the European Union’s landmark AI legislation, the EU AI Act (the Act), came into effect on February 2, 2025.

Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan Move to Simplify Travel with Biometric Passport Proposal
(Pakistan Observer, Feb 03, 2025)
In a significant move to simplify cross-border travel, Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan are exploring the possibility of using biometric passports instead of traditional foreign passports for travel between the two countries. Azernews reports that this initiative aims to enhance convenience and streamline the travel process for citizens of both nations.

authID Chosen By Salus for Biometric Identity Verification
(Investing.com, Feb 04, 2025)
The collaboration between Salus and authID exemplifies the growing trend of leveraging advanced biometric technology to facilitate secure financial transactions and broaden financial participation for those challenged by traditional banking systems.

Mastercard to Phase Out 16-Digit Card Numbers by 2030 in Move Towards Biometrics
(IBTimes UK, Feb 04, 2025)
In a major step towards combating identity theft, Mastercard has announced plans to eliminate 16-digit card numbers from credit and debit cards by 2030. This marks a shift towards biometric-powered transactions, reducing reliance on physical cards while enhancing security for consumers worldwide.
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