The American Civil Liberties Union is suing the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Justice Department, and the Drug Enforcement Administration in an effort to compel the agencies to hand over information about their use of facial recognition … [Read more...] about ACLU Sues FBI, DOJ, and DEA Over Facial Recognition Documents
INTERVIEW: BIO-key CEO and Chairman Mike DePasquale Discusses the FBI’s Important Security Notice
BIO-key has long been one of the most prominent providers of biometric authentication solutions for the enterprise. Specializing in compact fingerprint reader solutions that can be plugged into any computer or other device with a USB port, and … [Read more...] about INTERVIEW: BIO-key CEO and Chairman Mike DePasquale Discusses the FBI’s Important Security Notice
BIO-key Applauds FBI’s Recommendation of Biometric Security After MFA Hacks
The FBI made headlines this week with a Private Industry Notice warning partners in the private sector about sophisticated hacks of MFA security systems, and BIO-key is celebrating the Bureau's recommendations regarding biometric security. The … [Read more...] about BIO-key Applauds FBI’s Recommendation of Biometric Security After MFA Hacks
FBI’s Face Photo Database Has Grown to 641 Million, Says Oversight Body
"Testifying at this week's congressional hearing, an FBI representative asserted that the organization is committed to the protection of citizen's privacy and civil liberties..." The FBI's collection of citizens' face images appears to have … [Read more...] about FBI’s Face Photo Database Has Grown to 641 Million, Says Oversight Body
Child Porn Suspect Compelled to Unlock Face ID Protected Phone by FBI
The first case has emerged of police compelling a criminal suspect to unlock their iPhone X using Face ID, Apple's infrared facial recognition system. As Forbes' Thomas Brewster reports, the case has emerged from Columbus, Ohio, where FBI … [Read more...] about Child Porn Suspect Compelled to Unlock Face ID Protected Phone by FBI
InCadence Mobile App Added to FBI Certified Products List
InCadence Strategic Solutions' Ares mobile biometrics software is now officially on the FBI Certified Products List, the company has announced. The app is designed to operate in conjunction with InCadence fingerprint scanners, which can be plugged … [Read more...] about InCadence Mobile App Added to FBI Certified Products List
DHS, FBI, Facebook, and Microsoft Collaborate to Fight Election Hacking
The Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Facebook, and Microsoft together made unlikely partners in a recent joint briefing to the National Association of Secretaries of State and the National Association of State … [Read more...] about DHS, FBI, Facebook, and Microsoft Collaborate to Fight Election Hacking
Iris ID Partners with Mentalix for Greater Role in FBI Biometrics Program
"Our iCAM R100 cameras add a valuable dimension to the Fed Submit kiosks. The Mentalix solution will make it easier – and faster – for local officials to know who is being booked and released from their facilities." - Mohammed Murad, Vice President, … [Read more...] about Iris ID Partners with Mentalix for Greater Role in FBI Biometrics Program
Crossmatch’s Nomad 60 Device Gets FBI Appendix F, FAP 60 Certification
"Given its heavy duty certifications and performance, the device is being aimed at the government sector, with Crossmatch marketing VP John Hinmon emphasizing the device's appeal to law enforcement, border control, and military … [Read more...] about Crossmatch’s Nomad 60 Device Gets FBI Appendix F, FAP 60 Certification
New Keyboard Features SecuGen’s FBI-Certified Fingerprint Sensor
SecuGen technology is helping to power the biometric capabilities of a new keyboard from Key Source International (KSI). Dubbed the KSI-1700 UB, the keyboard features SecuGen's U20 fingerprint sensor. That means the device is FIPS 201 compliant, … [Read more...] about New Keyboard Features SecuGen’s FBI-Certified Fingerprint Sensor
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