Ryanair Faces Investigation Over Facial Recognition and GDPR Compliance
Ireland’s DPC investigates Ryanair’s facial recognition use for third-party bookings amid customer complaints about privacy law compliance.
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Council of Europe Publishes Guidelines for Voter Data Protection
The Council of Europe has issued guidelines to enhance the protection of personal data for voters during registration and identity verification processes.
Worldcoin Halts Operations in Spain Amid Data Protection Probe
Worldcoin halts activities in Spain amid ongoing EU data protection investigations, enhancing security measures and continuing user base growth.
CJEU upholds ruling on fingerprints for ID cards
The European Court of Justice upheld a regulation requiring two fingerprints on identity cards in Germany to combat identity theft, despite some civil rights activists expressing disappointment.
UK Policing Minister Advocates for More Facial Recognition
The UK Policing Minister encourages law enforcement to double their use of facial recognition software to track down offenders, sparking concerns about civil liberties.
Greek data watchdog to rule on AI systems in refugee camps
The Greek Data Protection Authority is set to decide on the legality of AI and biometric surveillance systems in the country’s refugee camps, a decision that could impact the use of such systems in migration management globally.
MEPs endorse blanket ban on live facial recognition in public spaces, rejecting targeted exemptions
The EU Parliament unanimously approved the AI Act intended to ensure the responsible development of ethical AI systems.
Does the European Parliament use Facial Recognition Technology?
European Parliament had tendered for CCTV cameras that were equipped with facial recognition technology.
Biometrics are even less accurate than we thought
Biometrics are supposed to be a fundamental pillar of modern authentication but many biometric implementations are wildly inaccurate.
Uber facial recognition is locking Indian drivers out of their accounts
Some people are finding their accounts permanently blocked.
Italy outlaws facial recognition tech, except to fight crime
Italy prohibited the use of facial recognition and ‘smart glasses’, except when necessary n judicial investigations or the fight against crime.