After recent news that the IRS would mandate ID.me facial recognition security to access taxpayer accounts, the IRS decided that US taxpayers who do not want to submit biometric data will instead sign …
IRS To Ditch Biometric Requirement for Online Access
Earlier this week, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) stated that it would be transitioning away from requiring biometric data from taxpayers who seek to access their records via the agency's website. …
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The Taliban Reportedly Have Control of US Biometric Devices
Alarming reports have emerged that indicate the Taliban has access to biometric data collected by the US to track Afghans, including those who worked for US and coalition forces. The insurgents could …
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Bill Would Ban Facial Recognition in Public Housing
Last Wednesday, Legislation introduced in the House could effectively prohibit the use of facial recognition and biometric technology in both public and assisted housing units that are funded under …
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Six Flags to Pay $36M Over Collection of Fingerprints
Theme park operator Six Flags has agreed to pay a $36 million settlement over a class-action lawsuit in which the Illinois Supreme Court ultimately ruled against the company's practice of scanning …
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DHS Drops Proposal to Expand Immigration-Related Biometrics Collection
The Department of Homeland Security has withdrawn a proposal that was introduced within the last few months of the Trump administration that would have expanded the collection to biometric data …
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Army Wants to Automate Base Access With Facial Recognition at Drive-Thru Checkpoints
The Army is currently developing a new biometric camera system that will allow for more thorough checks at base entrances, affirming that the people entering and exiting the facility are who they say …
Army Outfits Paratroopers with Wearables to Gauge Stress
A new US military initiative has Alaska-based Army paratroopers sporting wearables that collect biometric data. The program aims to detect soldiers' stress levels and how they operate in extreme …
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Clearview Facial-Recognition Technology Ruled Illegal in Canada
This week, Canadian authorities ruled that the use of facial recognition technology from Clearview is prohibited due to violations of federal and provincial privacy laws. Clearview has received …
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Greek Police to Introduce Live Facial Recognition
In Greece, law enforcement officers will receive new devices allowing them to carry out facial recognition and fingerprint identification in real-time. The live facial recognition technology is part …
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