ICO publishes guidance on use of biometric data in the UK
There will be a consultation process on the new guidance as part of a phased approach to its introduction.
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Did biometric systems fail Nigeria’s democracy?
It remains unclear as to how a system designed to increase confidence in the results of its presidental elections did…
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Public buy-in will be needed to implement UK’s Digital Identity Trust Framework
For the framework approach to be a success, the government and industry must work on building public trust.
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The controversial rise of biometric technology among the displaced
Keeping migrants' biometrics safe requires refugee agencies comply with strict principles around data protection. Critics fear they're not.
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Campaigners lodge complaint over retail chain’s ‘Orwellian’ facial recognition
Big Brother Watch urges ICO to take action against systems that identify shoppers without their permission.
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New rules on biometrics ‘urgently needed’ to protect public, review finds
UK law on biometrics is 'fragmented, confused and failing to keep pace with technological advances', Ryder Review warns.
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Mastercard launches pay-by-face, but consumers are still wary of handing over biometric data
Mastercard is the latest company to turn to biometrics. But consumers aren't keen to share information.
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Amazon lawsuits could dictate the future of biometric data
Amazon executives are facing legal action over the company's use of biometric data. The tech industry will be watching closely.
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