China Changes their ID Policies
December 27, 2012 by ritaBiometric
Everyone needs an ID. However, people in China may have to use their IDs for internet access. Not only that, but after the new year, China will be requiring some cities to produce fingerprinted IDs. While these new measures are meant to keep the internet and identities more secure, some are saying that the new policies may be a bit overboard.
Those who oppose the new internet policy are saying that it may be an attempt to silence political speech online. However, according to NY Daily News, the Chinese government is requiring people to register with their full names in an effort to keep their internet healthier, more cultured and safer for everyone.
If the new regulation goes through, a government issued ID must be presented when signing an internet contract. This regulation may seem extreme to some. However, other countries may be working to adopt a similar policy.
China Changes their ID Policies | Capture Technologies < click
American senators push for biometrics
By Adam Vrankulj
February 1, 2013 -
American Senators John McCain and Chuck Schumer have said their framework for immigration reform could require biometric information to check employment status.
During a Politico Playbook Breakfast, McCain was asked if he was in favor of a “super Social Security card what would have some sort of biometric thing like a fingerprint,” to which McCain said, “”I’m for it,” The Huffington Post reports.
American senators push for biometrics | BiometricUpdate.com < click
Canada to begin collecting biometric data from certain foreign nationals
February 1 2013
On December 8 2012 Citizenship and Immigration Canada published proposed regulations(1) that will authorise the collection and use of biometric data from certain foreign nationals who apply for a temporary resident visa, study permit or work permit. Biometrics is the measurement of an individual's unique physical characteristics, such as fingerprints and facial image; an applicant's identity can be established through biometrics due to the uniqueness of these identifiers.
Canada to begin collecting biometric data from certain foreign nationals - Lexology < click
Multiple factors contributing to growth of iris biometrics market
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Global Industry Analysts predicts that the global market for iris biometrics will reach $1.5 billion by 2018, with technology advances and expanding application areas driving that growth.
In its new report “Iris Biometrics: A Global Strategic Business Report,” GIA has found that this form of biometric recognition is starting to see a lot of growth due to its low failure to error rates and high accuracy levels.
While market growth has traditionally comes from technology adoption in the travel and immigration segment and physical access control applications, it has potential for growth in high-end security and access control applications. GIA predicts that national ID programs, banking and financial services and system and access control industries will help drive this growth. Industries where accurate fingerprints are more difficult to collect, such as biomedical labs, coal mines and food processing, are also expected to adopt iris recognition for access control.
GIA has found that the U.S. is the largest global market for iris biometrics, but the Middle East has been growing at a 29.1% CAGR over the analysis period.
ThirdFactor | Multiple factors contributing to growth of iris biometrics market < click
Dog owners face £500 fine for failing to microchip pets
Dog owners will face fines of up to £500 if they do not get puppies microchipped, ministers have warned.
Dog owners face £500 fine for failing to microchip pets - Telegraph < click
[$ 790.08 US]
December 27, 2012 by ritaBiometric
Everyone needs an ID. However, people in China may have to use their IDs for internet access. Not only that, but after the new year, China will be requiring some cities to produce fingerprinted IDs. While these new measures are meant to keep the internet and identities more secure, some are saying that the new policies may be a bit overboard.
Those who oppose the new internet policy are saying that it may be an attempt to silence political speech online. However, according to NY Daily News, the Chinese government is requiring people to register with their full names in an effort to keep their internet healthier, more cultured and safer for everyone.
If the new regulation goes through, a government issued ID must be presented when signing an internet contract. This regulation may seem extreme to some. However, other countries may be working to adopt a similar policy.
China Changes their ID Policies | Capture Technologies < click
American senators push for biometrics
By Adam Vrankulj
February 1, 2013 -
American Senators John McCain and Chuck Schumer have said their framework for immigration reform could require biometric information to check employment status.
During a Politico Playbook Breakfast, McCain was asked if he was in favor of a “super Social Security card what would have some sort of biometric thing like a fingerprint,” to which McCain said, “”I’m for it,” The Huffington Post reports.
American senators push for biometrics | BiometricUpdate.com < click
Canada to begin collecting biometric data from certain foreign nationals
February 1 2013
On December 8 2012 Citizenship and Immigration Canada published proposed regulations(1) that will authorise the collection and use of biometric data from certain foreign nationals who apply for a temporary resident visa, study permit or work permit. Biometrics is the measurement of an individual's unique physical characteristics, such as fingerprints and facial image; an applicant's identity can be established through biometrics due to the uniqueness of these identifiers.
Canada to begin collecting biometric data from certain foreign nationals - Lexology < click
Multiple factors contributing to growth of iris biometrics market
Share Friday, February 8, 2013
Global Industry Analysts predicts that the global market for iris biometrics will reach $1.5 billion by 2018, with technology advances and expanding application areas driving that growth.
In its new report “Iris Biometrics: A Global Strategic Business Report,” GIA has found that this form of biometric recognition is starting to see a lot of growth due to its low failure to error rates and high accuracy levels.
While market growth has traditionally comes from technology adoption in the travel and immigration segment and physical access control applications, it has potential for growth in high-end security and access control applications. GIA predicts that national ID programs, banking and financial services and system and access control industries will help drive this growth. Industries where accurate fingerprints are more difficult to collect, such as biomedical labs, coal mines and food processing, are also expected to adopt iris recognition for access control.
GIA has found that the U.S. is the largest global market for iris biometrics, but the Middle East has been growing at a 29.1% CAGR over the analysis period.
ThirdFactor | Multiple factors contributing to growth of iris biometrics market < click
Dog owners face £500 fine for failing to microchip pets
Dog owners will face fines of up to £500 if they do not get puppies microchipped, ministers have warned.
Dog owners face £500 fine for failing to microchip pets - Telegraph < click
[$ 790.08 US]
