The DNA Law: New US Biometric Rule Causes Controversy Over Privacy and Travel
(Euro Weekly News, Jan 03, 2026)
The regulation expands an existing biometric entry-exit system, requiring facial scans to verify identities against existing records. These images for non-citizens can be stored in DHS databases for up to 75 years, a lifetime for many travellers.
Wegmans’ Use of Facial Recognition Technology in Stores Raises Questions
(13 WHAM ABC, Jan 05, 2026)
Wegmans’ use of facial recognition technology came to light after the required notices were spotted at its Brooklyn store. New York City mandates that businesses disclose the use of biometric data collection to customers.
Police Facial Recognition Van Will be in Oxford Next Week
(Oxford Mail, Jan 05, 2026)
The police force said it recognises there is an 'ongoing need to balance privacy and protection concerns, in addition to considering its legal and ethical implications'.
Airport Facial Recognition Mistakes Identical Twins for One Person, DigiYatra Reacts
(India Today, Jan 05, 2026)
“I am at the airport with my twin brother. We have both registered in DigiYatra. See the magic of DigiYatra. It says ‘Access denied’ because more than one person found with the same face,” one brother said, adding that the duo had no option but to stand in a long queue despite having signed up for the fast-track service.
BruneiID Launches, Giving Access to Digital Government with Biometric Authentication
(Identity Week, Jan 05, 2026)
BruneiID will support identity verification based on identity card information to access certain government digital services, including the Public Service Commission Recruitment, BruHealth, TransportBN and Business Reporting portal.
