UK Post Office to use biometrics for client identification
The rollout includes a free-to-use app that will combine customers’ personal data and biometrics to create a secure, reusable ID on their phone.
March 2021
Greece Moves Ahead with Biometric Border Management System
Greece is planning to implement a biometric border management system that will record all crossings at ports, airports and border check points.
A New Day for GDPR Damages Claims in Germany?
Claims for non-material damages – have been relatively low. However, a more recent decision issued by the Federal Constitutional Court indicates courts may soon be willing to entertain higher damages claims.
‘Millions of people’s data is at risk’ — say Amazon insiders
Whistleblowers say they were forced out after flagging problems with e-commerce giant’s data security and compliance.
Judge Approves Historic $650M Facebook Privacy Settlement
More than 1.5 million Illinois Facebook users will receive at least $345 each under the terms of the landmark deal.
Digidog, a Robotic Dog Used by the Police, Stirs Privacy Concerns
The New York Police Department has been testing Digidog, which it says can be deployed in dangerous situations and keep officers safer, but some fear it could become an aggressive surveillance tool.