Face biometrics for identity proofing draws big investment and cautionary notes

Face biometrics for remote identity proofing, and in one case the lack of biometrics, is a common thread in many of the most-read articles of the week on Biometric Update. Smart Engines says it has developed facial recognition that avoids regulatory hurdles associated with biometrics, while Login.gov has taken a major step towards meeting the required security standard by contracting eight remote identity proofing providers, and the EU’s cybersecurity agency wants to raise awareness of the evolving threat landscape. …

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