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European Commission Proposes Tough AI Regulation, Fines
Huge fines and tough rules for the 'unacceptable' use of artificial intelligence, has been proposed by European Commission
Gatwick Airport To Use Facial Recognition For Boarding
Gatwick to become first British airport to use facial recognition for passenger boarding without checks
Fake Wax Hand Cracks Vein Authentication
Biometric bypass sees researchers use fake wax hand to trick vein authentication system
HMRC Voice ID Scheme ‘Breaks GDPR’, Claim Campaigners
The voice identification programme has collected more than 5 million citizens' voiceprints to date
Facebook Relaunches Facial Recognition In Europe
The social network is using the GDPR's introduction as the occasion to try its luck a second time with the controversial feature
Major Browsers Back FIDO2 Tech For A Password-Free Web
The FIDO Alliance's WebAuthn project is now a step away from finalisation, meaning software and hardware makers can begin implementation
Apple iPhone X Face ID ‘Is Tricked’ By 3D Printed Mask
Vietnamese security firm Bkav says its proof of concept shows face ID isn't secure
Apple ‘To Add’ iPhone X’s Face ID To Next iPad In 2018
Reports suggest Apple plans to bring some iPhone X features, including Face ID, to the iPad next year
Debate: Do Passwords Have A Future In Cybersecurity?
VOTE: Passwords are much maligned but still widely used. What does the future hold? Read the views from our experts and vote!
The Evolution Of Identity: Problem Passwords And Burgeoning Biometrics
OPINION: Passwords are yesterday's technology, biometrics are the future, argues Experian's head of identity and fraud
BBC Partners With Microsoft For Voice-Activated iPlayer Experiment
The BBC has some big plans for the future of iPlayer as voice recognition software continues to evolve
Microsoft Releases Windows 10 Keyboard With Fingerprint ID Reader
New keyboard and mouse both boast Bluetooth and wired connectivity for Windows 10 users
Apple HomePod Firmware Suggests Facial Recognition Tech In iPhone 8
Cupertino appears ot be following the example set by the Samsung Galaxy S8
Tech Quiz: The Week In Review (21 July)
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Tech Quiz: Biometric Technology & Security
Biometrics are taking over and technology is becoming more personalised, but what do you know?
Qualcomm Fingerprint Scanner Is Embedded Beneath A Smartphone Display
The technology could see the removal of button-based fingerprint sensors
Consumers ‘Overwhelmingly’ Prefer Biometric Security For Financial Services
Nine out of 10 consumers and banking professionals want biometric authentication put in place, but a skills gap stands in the way
Biometric Bypasses Highlights Necessity For AI Smarts In Security
OPINION: Biometric hacking could pave the way for smarter AI-centric security
Samsung Galaxy S8 Iris Scanner Tricked By Chaos Computer Club Hacker Group
Chaos Computer Club once again demonstrate how biometric security is far from infallible
Home Office Consultation Focuses On Biometric Law Enforcement Devices
The consultation aims to engage with industry ahead of planned procurement for police fingerprint devices, software and frontline systems
HSBC Voice Recognition ID System Tricked By Twins
Biometric security may not be a secure as its made out to be
Is Your Heartbeat The Future Of Biometric Authentication?
Could using your heartbeat as a password be the future of authentication?
Mastercard Shows Off Credit Card With Built In Fingerprint Sensor
The technology is being rolled out in South Africa with plans to come to Europe later this year
Samsung Galaxy S8 Facial Recognition Is Tricked By A Selfie
Facial recognition might not be the best way to secure your new Samsung Galaxy S8...
RSA 2017: Four Steps To Staying Secure In ‘The Age Of Access’
Can focusing on access and identity provide a security boost to your business?
British Rail Companies Plan Iris Scan And Fingerprint Biometric Ticketing
Biometric technologies could be used to speed up ticketing and help boost rail network capacity
How Biometric Analysis Is Pushing Williams F1 Pit Stops Below 2 Seconds
IN DEPTH: Williams F1 is using IoT and video to work out how it can record pit stops consistently below 2 seconds and win more races
Algorithm Uses Facial Features To Detect Criminals, Claim Chinese Researchers
Do you look like a criminal? Chinese researchers believe their facial algorithm can detect your criminal tendencies
Visa: Most People Back Biometric Payments
Majority of people want to use biometrics when making payments, with fingerprints the favoured option