Facial recognition stories - Page 3
Challenges and solutions in cross-border identity verification
Tue, 23rd Dec 2025
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digital transformation
As cross-border payments soar towards USD $1 quadrillion, businesses race to tackle identity fraud with AI, biometrics and smarter data.
Suprema BioStation 3 sets record as facial ID demand soars
Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
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data protection
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encryption
Suprema's BioStation 3 facial ID terminal is on course for record annual global sales as demand for AI-driven access control accelerates.
3DiVi maps global facial recognition trends to 2026
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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data protection
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smart cities
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3DiVi's 2026 report charts facial recognition's shift into core digital identity, mapping tech, regional maturity and policy risks worldwide.
AI identity fraud fears surging among UK homebuyers
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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encryption
UK homebuyers fear AI-fuelled ID fraud as two-thirds worry about fake documents yet still share sensitive data via email and messaging apps.
Australia under-16 social media ban sparks backlash
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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martech
Australia's under-16 social media ban faces mounting criticism amid doubts over age checks, privacy risks and the impact on advertisers.
Solar streetlights with embedded AI offer greener data solution
Mon, 24th Nov 2025
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smart cities
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hyperscale
UK company Conflow Power launches solar streetlights with embedded AI, cutting energy use and emissions linked to global AI data centres.
How AI face recognition leads theft investigation in retail stores
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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data analytics
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digital entertainment
AI face recognition is transforming retail theft investigations by detecting offenders early, tracking suspects, aiding police, and preventing future losses.
UK firms warned of legal risk as AI adoption outpaces policy
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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UK firms face legal risks as AI use surges, with experts urging urgent adoption of clear policies to prevent discrimination and data breaches.
Edge or server? Choosing the best facial recognition architecture for access control systems
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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biometrics
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edge computing
Choosing between edge and server facial recognition architectures hinges on balancing performance, security, and connectivity for effective access control.
Why ECCTA ID verification could be a liability trap for law firms
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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ECCTA's mandatory ID verification poses major compliance and liability risks for UK law firms, with millions facing deadlines to avoid fines and penalties.
Fraud protection now a top priority for UK bank customers
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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A FICO survey reveals 70% of UK consumers rank fraud protection as a top priority when choosing banks, reflecting rising security concerns.
Premier Sports Network partners with Alcatraz for stadium security
Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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physical security
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facial recognition
Premier Sports Network partners with Alcatraz to enhance stadium security using facial biometric authentication, improving safety and access worldwide.
UK flyers prioritise convenience over personal data security at airports
Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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surveillance
Over half of UK flyers prioritise convenience over data security at airports, despite 59% fearing personal information loss during travel, a new study finds.
Sourcing video data for AI training: overcoming the challenges of scale, safety and representation
Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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smart cities
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digital entertainment
AI-powered video analytics market will soar from USD $32bn in 2025 to over USD $133bn by 2030, driven by advances in data sourcing and privacy solutions.
Majority of UK travellers worry about airport data security
Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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data privacy
Nearly 60% of UK air travellers worry about personal data security at airports, highlighting the need for trustworthy, transparent digital systems.
Political views shape UK attitudes to AI, job security
Sat, 12th Jul 2025
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ai
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UK public attitudes to AI vary with political views, showing differing concerns on surveillance, job loss, and discrimination but broad support for regulation.
HID & ASSA ABLOY win Red Dot for BG100 biometric airport gate
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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contactless technology
HID and ASSA ABLOY have won the Red Dot Award 2025 for their BG100 Speedgate, a biometric eGate enhancing security and passenger flow in airports.
AI transforms sports engagement as fans seek personalisation
Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
AI reshapes sports fandom, with 54% preferring AI tools for info and 67% seeking a single platform for personalised, interactive experiences.
AI trends in video surveillance focus on ethics, hybrid models
Sat, 10th May 2025
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hybrid cloud
Axis Communications reveals AI's growing role in video surveillance, stressing ethical use, data privacy, and hybrid cloud-edge systems in industry report.
Half of consumers trust brands more when using passkeys
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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gaming
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biometrics
Nearly half of consumers would trust brands more using passkeys instead of passwords, with 56% of 25-34-year-olds supporting the shift, says Thales study.