biometrics

Young woman with brown hair tied back, wearing a white shirt, faces forward. Digital facial recognition overlay surrounds her face, with graphics including world map, bar charts, and circular data indicators in a futuristic, transparent interface. Blurred background.

January 24, 2025

Concerns Over Biometric Surveillance as Technology Advances

Rapidly advancing biometric technologies, including smell and gait identification, raise urgent privacy concerns and highlight the need for regulatory frameworks in the UK.

A close-up of a man's face focusing on his eye, surrounded by virtual holographic elements, suggesting an eye-scanning technology. A digital lock icon and the word "SCANNING..." appear on the left, indicating security or identity verification. The background is blurred.

December 20, 2024

German DPA investigates Worldcoin’s use of biometric data

Worldcoin, now called World, faces regulatory scrutiny in Germany for GDPR compliance regarding its iris-scanning technology and data protection practices.

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October 7, 2024

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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September 27, 2024

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.

Interior of an airport terminal with an arched ceiling and large windows allowing ample light. The hall is busy with people walking, and the check-in counters on the left. Overhead signs with gate numbers guide travelers, enhancing the modern and airy atmosphere.

June 10, 2024

The EDPB adopted an Opinion on facial recognition technology use at airports, emphasizing the need for privacy protection and control over biometric data.

A woman standing with a serious expression is illuminated by a projection of colorful computer code and digital graphics. The projections create a layered effect over her face and clothes, blending technology visuals with her figure, set against a dark background.

June 5, 2024

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.

A person's hand extends toward a smartphone lying screen-up on a white surface. The phone displays a large white fingerprint on a blue background, symbolizing biometric security or fingerprint scanning. The image suggests unlocking the phone using a fingerprint.

April 21, 2024

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.

A person in a black shirt with "POLICE" in white text stands beside a white vehicle. The person has a utility belt with various equipment. The scene seems to be outdoors, possibly during the day, with a blurred background.

November 2, 2023

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.

A man with short hair and a slight smile is facing forward. There is a digital overlay on his face displaying facial recognition features, with lines and points marking facial geometry. To the left, the word "PROCESSING" is shown above a progress bar. The background is blurred.

November 1, 2023

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.