Moscow to Implement Biometric Digital IDs for Migrants in 2025
Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin has announced a new program requiring digital identification cards for migrants in the city, beginning in 2025. These digital IDs will […]
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Decentralized Biometric Data Storage Reduces Privacy and Security Risks, Says Privado ID Co-Founder
Evin McMullen, co-founder of Privado ID, advocates for a decentralized approach to managing biometric data, citing privacy and security concerns associated with centralized systems. In […]
Worldcoin Faces Scrutiny in Singapore Over Account Sales and Data Privacy Concerns
Worldcoin, the cryptocurrency project led by Sam Altman, is under scrutiny in Singapore due to concerns about account sales and the use of biometric data […]
Worldcoin Hit with Fine from Its LATAM Hub’s Capital
Buenos Aires Province has fined Worldcoin 194 million pesos for irregular handling of biometric data. Imposed by the Ministry of Production, Science, and Technological Innovation, […]
Over 7 Million Ethiopians Registered for Digital ID
The Office of the National ID Program in Ethiopia has announced that over 7 million citizens have enrolled for a digital ID. The initiative is […]
Pixel 9 to Feature Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor: Report
Google’s upcoming Pixel 9 and 9 Pro smartphones are rumored to incorporate an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, a significant upgrade from the optical under-display sensors used […]
UK Digital ID Bill Falls as Surprise Election Gets Underway
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s call for a surprise election has stalled the passage of legislation that would have made a significant impact on the United […]
Hong Kong Privacy Watchdog Halts Worldcoin Operations
[UPDATE 05/23/24: This story has been updated to include a response from Worldcoin.] Hong Kong’s privacy watchdog has concluded a three-month investigation into Worldcoin, resulting […]
Draft Bill Would Establish Formal Worldcoin Regulation in Argentina
An Argentinian lawmaker has introduced a draft bill focused on regulating the operations of Worldcoin and its biometric data collection practices in the country. The […]
Worldcoin Unveils Layer 2 Plan for Digital Identity Platform
Worldcoin has unveiled World Chain, a blockchain platform that will be closely linked to its digital ID platform. The startup, co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam […]
Amid Scrutiny, Worldcoin Bolsters Data Protections
Worldcoin has announced a couple of significant updates to its World ID digital identity platform, despite recent intensification in the regulatory scrutiny it has faced […]
Portugal Puts Worldcoin on Pause
Portugal’s data protection authority, CNPD, has issued a 90-day stop order on the Worldcoin project due to concerns over biometric data collection. Worldcoin, which offers a digital […]
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