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Scientists figure out why Mona Lisa smiles (USA Today)

2005-12-23T22:20:00.000-08:00

Mona Lisa was smiling because she was happy 83% happy, to be exact, according to scientists from the University of Amsterdam. The researchers scanned a reproduction of Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece and subjected it to cutting-edge "emotion recognition" software. more...

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Originally Posted on 24/12/2005 10:20:44

Scientists Think They Know Why Mona Lisa Smiles (TechNewsWorld.com)

2005-12-22T01:11:00.000-08:00

Harro Stokman, a professor at the University of Amsterdam involved in the experiment, said the researchers knew the results would be unscientific -- the software isn't designed to register subtle emotions. more...

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Originally Posted on 22/12/2005 13:11:05

Taxman admits to "virulent" mass ID fraud (Silicon.com)

2005-12-20T22:51:00.000-08:00

But still doesn't know full extent of false online tax credits claims... more...

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Originally Posted on 21/12/2005 10:51:41

Santa goes wi-fi at Bluewater (Silicon.com)

2005-12-18T23:54:00.000-08:00

Kids get to email their wish-lists this year... more...

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Originally Posted on 19/12/2005 11:54:17

Scientists dissect Mona Lisa’s smile (MSNBC)

2005-12-18T02:45:00.000-08:00

Why was the Mona Lisa smiling? Because she was happy — 83 percent happy, to be exact, according to scientists from the University of Amsterdam. more...

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Originally Posted on 18/12/2005 14:45:27

Byebye keys... Welcome biometrics

2005-10-23T22:32:00.000-07:00

(source= Akihabara News) Fujitsu is proud to disclose today that the Meiwa Estate will use the Palm Vein Autentication technology for the door locks in the apartments of its employees. Its obvious that this contact less scanner is capable of reading the architecture of the veins in the hand and allow you to access a room (or not). Just like a digital fingerprint and the retina of the eye, the architecture of the veins is unique and complex and as a result a solid way of identifying a person. Meiwa estate goes a step further with the implementation of these security measures. more...

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Originally Posted on 24/10/2005 09:32:34Content source: http://www.akihabaranews.com/en/news_10049.html

Qantas to test X-ray

2005-10-19T22:21:00.000-07:00

(source= NEWS.com.au) QANTAS may introduce a hitech passenger screening device that reveals intimate body parts.
The controversial Xray scanner is being tested in some overseas airports as an alternative to physical checks of people.
Qantas security staff recently studied the socalled backscatter during a visit to the US Transportation Security Administrations future technology lab in New Jersey.
Qantas is the only nonUS airline invited.
In a submission to a parliamentary aviation safety inquiry, Qantas group security head Geoffrey Askew said new technology could provide better passenger screening. more...

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Originally Posted on 20/10/2005 09:21:28Content source: http://www.news.com.au/story/0,10117,16301599-421,00.html

Hungarian president boycotts U.S. travel

2005-10-17T05:42:00.000-07:00

(source= ScienceDaily) BUDAPEST, Hungary, Aug. 18 (UPI)Hungarys new president announced he wont visit the United States as long as it demands fingerprints from foreign visitors.
Laszlo Solyom, a former constitutional court judge, told the daily newspaper Magyar Hirlap that he was concerned about going over the top with extraordinary measures and restrictions of rights in the fight against terror. more...

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Originally Posted on 17/10/2005 16:42:24Content source: http://www.sciencedaily.com/upi/?feed=TopNews&article=UPI-1-20050818-14482000-bc-hungary-ustravel.xml

Workers clock in by giving the finger

2005-10-13T00:02:00.000-07:00

(source= WebIndia123) A growing number of U.S. hourlypaid workers are clocking onto the job by giving the company the fingerfor print scanning.
In Indianapolis, the third Kroger supermarket store has implemented the biometric system to replace time cards, and while union officials and rights advocates arent enthused, employees seem content with it, the Indianapolis Star said Tuesday. more...

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Originally Posted on 13/10/2005 11:02:30Content source: http://news.webindia123.com/news/showdetails.asp?id=107434&cat=World

Biometric flaws mar start of ID card plan

2005-10-11T01:18:00.000-07:00

(source= VNUNet) The government has taken the first steps in the technology procurement for its national biometric identity cards programme.
But experts are already questioning the maturity of the biometric systems at the heart of the proposals.
The legislation required for the scheme is not yet law, but the Home Office last week issued the first notice alerting potential suppliers, to ensure the procurement can start as soon as the bill is passed. more...

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Originally Posted on 11/10/2005 12:18:48Content source: http://www.vnunet.com/computing/news/2141259/biometric-flaws-mar-start-id

IBM works toward replacable biometrics

2005-10-09T05:28:00.000-07:00

(InfoWorld) - Biometric security systems have one particularly critical vulnerability: How do you replace your finger if a hacker figures out how to duplicate it? An IBM research team working on that problem says it's recently cracked a major problem in the area of &quot;cancelable biometrics.&quot;
&quot;Biometrics is more private to you than a number that somebody assigned to you. I cannot cancel my face,&quot; said IBM researcher Nalini Ratha, a scientist with the Exploratory Computer Vision Group at IBM's Watson Research Center in Hawthorne, New York. &quot;If it is compromised, it is compromised forever... more...

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Originally Posted on 09/10/2005 16:28:28Content source: http://www.feed24.com/go?item_id=10168244

Former Charleroi man aids war effort with biometrics

2005-10-08T06:06:00.000-07:00

John D. Woodward returned from a May visit to Iraq with direct input from military personnel fighting the war on terrorism on how biometrics could better support their needs. more...

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Originally Posted on 08/10/2005 17:06:26Content source: http://www.feed24.com/go?item_id=10104758

First large-scale evaluation of iris recognition under way

2005-10-06T04:25:00.000-07:00

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) biometrics experts are hoping to determine whether or not &quot;the eyes have it&quot; when it comes to accurately identifying one person from another. NIST has announced that it is running the Iris Challenge Evaluation (ICE), the first evaluation designed to measure the accuracy of the underlying technology that makes iris recognition possible. more...

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Originally Posted on 06/10/2005 15:25:46Content source: http://www.feed24.com/go?item_id=10032080

CSC wins $22 million to develop biometrics system for DoD

2005-10-05T00:18:00.000-07:00

MANHASSET, N.Y. , Computer Sciences Corp. has won a task order, estimated to be worth up to $22 million, to support the Dept. more...

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Originally Posted on 05/10/2005 11:18:31Content source: http://www.feed24.com/go?item_id=9943932

Liska Biometry and Cross Match Technologies Announce Strategic Marketing Alliance; Unveil SecurBIN ACCESS (PrimeZone via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-10-01T06:09:00.000-07:00

Liska Biometry , a biometrics solutions provider and Cross Match Technologies, a leading global provider of finger and palm print biometric solutions, today announced a strategic marketing alliance and co-marketing agreement aimed at providing a powerful biometric solutions offering for integrated access control. more...

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Originally Posted on 01/10/2005 17:09:22

FaceKey Corporation Enters Reseller Agreement with ONLINE Business Services, Inc. (PrimeZone via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-09-24T03:10:00.001-07:00

FaceKey Corporation , a biometrics technology provider that specializes in access and security control, announced today that the Company has signed a Reseller Agreement with ONLINE Business Services, Inc. more...

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Originally Posted on 24/09/2005 14:10:03

Security Expo Showcases Latest in Terror Prevention Gear (TechWeb)

2005-09-24T03:10:00.000-07:00

Alarms and home security systems were front and center, but many of the 350 registered companies at the International Security Conference East expo focused on anti-terror applications. more...

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Originally Posted on 24/09/2005 14:10:53

Microsoft and Artemis settle trademark lawsuit (InfoWorld)

2005-09-22T08:02:00.000-07:00

Dell To Host Computer Recycling Event (BIOS)

2005-09-22T00:40:00.000-07:00

Dell is proving anyone with a free opportunity to recycle old computer equipment. The world's largest PC manufacturer is holding a computer recycling event at its European HQ in Bracknell on Saturday 17 September as part of its commitment to providing responsible s... more...

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Originally Posted on 22/09/2005 11:40:44

Secured Digital Pursues Secured Shipping Initiative: Announces Acquisition of Freight and Logistics Companies (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-09-19T22:02:00.000-07:00

Secured Digital Applications, Inc. , which previously announced an initiative to expand its business into international secured shipping, today said that it had concluded binding agreements to acquire a majority interest in a Malaysian ocean freight intermediary and 100 percent of an ocean transportation logistics company. more...

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Originally Posted on 20/09/2005 09:02:45

Microsoft and Artemis settle trademark lawsuit

2005-09-15T03:22:00.000-07:00

(InfoWorld) - Microsoft has reached a confidential settlement in a trademark infringement case brought against it by biometrics company Artemis Solutions Group, Microsoft announced late Friday.
As part of the settlement, Artemis will retain rights to its BioCert trademark and dismiss its suit against Microsoft, the Redmond, Washington, software company said.
Artemis makes various biometric, ID, and smart card products.
In May, Microsoft kicked off a program to license some of its patented technologies to third parties. BioCert was the name it gave to one of those technologies, according to ... more...

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Originally Posted on 15/09/2005 14:22:32Content source: http://www.feed24.com/go?item_id=10244402

IBM works toward replacable biometrics

2005-09-12T06:24:00.000-07:00

Biometric security systems have one particularly critical vulnerability: How do you replace your finger if a hacker figures out how to duplicate it? An IBM research team working on that problem says it's recently cracked a major problem in the area of &quot;cancelable biometrics.&quot; more...

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Originally Posted on 12/09/2005 17:24:15Content source: http://www.feed24.com/go?item_id=10172078

Former Charleroi man aids war effort with biometrics

2005-09-10T00:13:00.000-07:00

John D. Woodward returned from a May visit to Iraq with direct input from military personnel fighting the war on terrorism on how biometrics could better support their needs. more...

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Originally Posted on 10/09/2005 11:13:21Content source: http://www.feed24.com/go?item_id=10104758

First large-scale evaluation of iris recognition under way

2005-09-08T05:52:00.000-07:00

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) biometrics experts are hoping to determine whether or not &quot;the eyes have it&quot; when it comes to accurately identifying one person from another. NIST has announced that it is running the Iris Challenge Evaluation (ICE), the first evaluation designed to measure the accuracy of the underlying technology that makes iris recognition possible. more...

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Originally Posted on 08/09/2005 16:52:32Content source: http://www.feed24.com/go?item_id=10032080

Genex Technologies Provides Innovative 3D Facial Recognition Biometrics to Homeland Security Marketplace (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-09-06T03:24:00.000-07:00

Markland Technologies, Inc. and Technest Holdings, Inc. , defense and homeland security companies transforming advanced laboratory technology into real-world products, announced today that Genex Technologies Inc. is providing new advanced capabilities to the global market for facial biometrics products via its integrated SureMatch 3D suite of facial recognition tools. more...

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Originally Posted on 06/09/2005 14:24:50

A Queue-Jumping Scheme for Britons? (RedNova)

2005-09-04T03:50:00.000-07:00

Biometrics is gaining ground in travel " but by stealth, and because airline passengers are prepared to pay for the privilege. With a certain inevitability, Britain's pilot scheme for issuing 'smart' passports is slipping behind. more...

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Originally Posted on 04/09/2005 14:50:44

Researchers say distorting biometric images enhances security, privacy (Detroit News)

2005-09-03T05:49:00.000-07:00

BOSTON -- A trick reminiscent of a fun-house mirror might improve the security and privacy of the access-control technology that examines fingerprints, facial features or other personal characteristics. more...

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Originally Posted on 03/09/2005 16:49:58

The National Homeland Security Knowledgebase Sponsors Upcoming Homeland Defense Stocks Online Conference September 21, (PR Web)

2005-09-02T23:18:00.000-07:00

HomelandDefenseStocks.com Homeland Security online conference update: looking back at the progress and obstacles; tracking trends in technology & funding moving forward. [PRWEB Aug 28, 2005] more...

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Originally Posted on 03/09/2005 10:18:28

Don't forget the keys to your Sharp Mebius PC-NH50K (Engadget)

2005-08-30T06:08:00.000-07:00

Yeah, it’s not too different than having a key to your car (outside the fact that they’re not as easily copied, of course), but for those rather concerned with the safety and security of their biz lappie, Sharp’s new Mebius PC-NH50K and PC-NH50AK require the insertion of a USB key to get booted. Of course, we have a strong feeling this key will be often kept in the very same laptop bag as the more...

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Originally Posted on 30/08/2005 17:08:04

IT That Improves the Patient Experience (RedNova)

2005-08-29T01:59:00.000-07:00

Many technologies have the potential to transform the patient experience. Some currently are in use; others are just around the corner. RFID Bracelets Radio frequency identification technology has been around for 15 years, but now it's being applied to health care. more...

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Originally Posted on 29/08/2005 12:59:54

AN EYE FOR AN ID Sheriffs will use iris technology to solve missing person cases (South Coast Today)

2005-08-28T02:25:00.000-07:00

PLYMOUTH -- "The eyes are the window to the soul," as the saying goes, but a new technology is making them your calling card, as well. more...

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Originally Posted on 28/08/2005 13:25:51

Ears recommended for biometrics

2005-08-27T00:54:00.000-07:00

A British scientist has suggested using the unique pattern inside the ear as a biometric identifier. more...

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Originally Posted on 27/08/2005 11:54:29Content source: http://www.feed24.com/go?item_id=9843601

Research and Markets: Is Biometrics the Answer to the Rising Trends of Car-jacking and Vehicle Key-related Crime? (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-08-24T22:26:00.000-07:00

Research and Markets has announced the addition of "An analysis of biometric technology for automotive security applications" to their offering. more...

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Originally Posted on 25/08/2005 09:26:42

Ears recommended for biometrics (BBC News)

2005-08-24T04:11:00.000-07:00

A British scientist has suggested using the unique pattern inside the ear as a biometric identifier. more...

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Originally Posted on 24/08/2005 15:11:43

NEC Fingerprint Technology Helps Indiana Communities Improve Safety for Citizens (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-08-22T22:09:00.000-07:00

NEC Solutions , Inc., a premier provider of integrated solutions for the Connected Enterprise in North America, today detailed the impact that its regional Automated Fingerprint Identification System has had on the communities of South Bend and Fort Wayne , since law enforcement agencies in those cities began using NEC's biometrics technology to share fingerprints with each other and with the more...

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Originally Posted on 23/08/2005 09:09:54

What the Hack: A virtual Dutch treat (Fort Wayne Journal Gazette)

2005-08-21T04:25:00.000-07:00

LIEMPDE, Netherlands – There were hundreds of tents on the hot and soggy campground, but this wasn’t your ordinary summertime outing, considering that it included workshops with such titles as “Politics of Psychedelic Research” or “Fun and Mayhem with RFID.” more...

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Originally Posted on 21/08/2005 15:25:41

GSA wants specifics on smart cards, fingerprint biometrics (Government Computer News)

2005-08-20T04:43:00.000-07:00

The General Services Administration has released a request for information to figure out when 128k smart cards will be available to the government and what type of fingerprint biometrics is best. more...

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Originally Posted on 20/08/2005 15:43:24

System evaluated for prison, business applications (Pittsburgh Live)

2005-08-18T00:21:00.000-07:00

Pilot biometric programs are under way in prisons as part of a Department of Defense effort coordinated by the Biometric Management Office, according to information in the summer Biometrics Bulletin. more...

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Originally Posted on 18/08/2005 11:21:01

Precise Biometrics' Management Purchase Subscription Options (PrimeZone via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-08-14T22:55:00.000-07:00

Following a decision at Precise Biometrics' annual general meeting on April 27, 2005 concerning the introduction of an incentive program for management, which specified the allocation principles, Precise Biometrics' management group has been issued and acquired a total of 1,400,000 subscription options with the right to subscribe to a corresponding number of shares in the A series in Precise more...

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Originally Posted on 15/08/2005 09:55:02

International Biometric Group to Host Teleconference on Biometrics and Mass Transit Systems, Today at 1 PM EDT. (PR Web)

2005-08-14T05:11:00.000-07:00

IBGs teleconference this month will discuss present and future applications for deploying biometrics to enhance security in mass transit systems. [PRWEB Aug 11, 2005] more...

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Originally Posted on 14/08/2005 16:11:38

Incheon Airport to adopt biometrics security system

2005-06-23T01:00:00.000-07:00

A biometrics system will be adopted at Incheon International Airport in September to tighten security. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/23/2005 12:00:43 PMContent source: http://www.feed24.com/go?item_id=9050474

Constellation Biometrics Corp

2005-06-22T23:37:00.000-07:00

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Originally Posted on 6/23/2005 10:37:40 AMContent source: http://www.feed24.com/go?item_id=8931434

'Biometrieplan VS op de helling'

2005-06-22T06:16:00.000-07:00

(source= Automatiseringsgids) De Verenigde Staten zouden overwegen af te stappen van het plan om van alle Europeanen biometrisch beveiligde paspoorten te eisen als ze zonder visum het land in willen. Dat heeft de Sunday Times gemeld. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/22/2005 5:16:19 PMContent source: http://www.automatiseringgids.nl/news/default.asp?nwsId=31840

Ireland shelves biometric chip passport plans

2005-06-21T05:14:00.000-07:00

(source= The Times Online) IRELAND has shelved plans to introduce biometric chips to passports amid expectations that America will relax demands for their introduction.
The US Department of Homeland Security wanted the chips installed by October in passports of European citizens who can travel to America for shortterm visits without a visa. Biometric chips are capable of holding various biographical information on people such as their finger prints, facial dimensions, and even scans of their irises. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/21/2005 4:14:35 PMContent source: http://www.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,2091-1650869,00.html

Research and Markets; Is Biometric Technology the Answer to the Problem of Vehicle Key Theft?

2005-06-21T04:04:00.000-07:00

(source= PRWeb) Milton Keynes 17th March 2004Vehicle security development has reached an important milestone. The use of immobiliser systems fitted to new vehicles has caused a change in theft techniques used by car thieves, and has resulted in a significant increase in the number of vehicles stolen using the original vehicle keys. A variety of methods are now being used to obtain the original keys, including deception, fraud, burglary, and direct force. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/21/2005 3:04:32 PM

Feds hint at biometrics boost

2005-06-21T01:28:00.000-07:00

(source= Australian IT) BIOMETRICS technology has the capability of protecting the nations secrets while helping to stamp out border security breaches, says Immigration Minister Amanda Vanstone.
Using voice, iris, face, hand and fingerprint recognition, biometrics technology can validate an individuals identity.
Speaking at the launch of the Biometrics Institute Conference in Sydney today, Senator Vanstone said biometrics could serve to protect individuals and assist government departments. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/21/2005 12:28:25 PMContent source: http://australianit.news.com.au/articles/0,7204,15569100%5E15319%5E%5Enbv%5E,00.html

FaceKey creates new biometric employee evacuation system

2005-06-21T01:10:00.000-07:00

(source= San Antonio Business Journal) FaceKey Corp. on Thursday launched a new biometricbased employee evacuation system that the company will market to oil refineries, petrochemical plants and nuclear plants. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/21/2005 12:10:19 PM

'Keep your biometric passports' US to tell UK

2005-06-21T00:23:00.000-07:00

(source= Silicon.com) Uncle Sam makes concessions as EU lags behind
The US looks set to ditch its demands that all UK citizens wishing to travel to the US must have biometric passports by this October.
According to a report in the Financial Times, US and European officials have said the plans are set to be shelved in order to prevent disruption in transatlantic travel and to prevent travellers being put off visiting the US as a result.
European justice commissioner Franco Frattini recently warned the US the mandates deadline, which covers countries within the European Union, is unlikely to be met. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/21/2005 11:23:17 AM

US to compromise on biometric passports

2005-06-20T23:59:00.000-07:00

(source= MSN Money) The US is poised to drop its demand that European nations and other close allies adopt biometric passports by October, a move aimed at avoiding a serious disruption in transatlantic travel, according to US and European government officials. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/21/2005 10:59:15 AM

Philips-chip in Duits paspoort

2005-06-20T23:19:00.000-07:00

(source= De Telegraaf) De Duitse overheid heeft de smartcard chip van elektronicaconcern Philips gekozen voor het gebruik in de nieuwe Duitse paspoorten.
De chip van Philips moet in het paspoort via versleuteltechnologie persoonlijke gegevens van de paspoorthouder bevatten. Dit moet fraude en namaak van het paspoort tegengaan. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/21/2005 10:19:09 AMContent source: http://www.dft.nl/nieuws/7850200/Philips-chip_in_Duits_paspoort.html

U.S. confirms delay in biometrics passport requirements (The Times Leader - Technology)

2005-06-19T05:50:00.000-07:00

WASHINGTON (AP) - Foreign travelers from friendly nations won't be immediately asked to show fingerprint and iris scan data when entering the United States, but could have to in upcoming years under Bush administration plans announced Wednesday. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/19/2005 4:50:41 PM

Interoperability Standards Vital for Implementing Multi-modal Biometrics in U.S. Government Agencies (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-06-19T05:04:00.000-07:00

Law enforcement agencies for forensic analysis and criminal investigations have used biometrics technologies, such as fingerprint identification and facial recognition, for quite some time. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/19/2005 4:04:39 PM

Biometric passport deal between US and EU (Out-Law)

2005-06-19T03:59:00.000-07:00

The US and the EU have reached a compromise on the introduction of biometrics in passports for those seeking entry to the US, eliminating the need for fingerprint or iris scan information to be included on passports, according to the Associated Press. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/19/2005 2:59:36 PM

SafLink Delivers Biometrics to the Channel (CRN)

2005-06-16T01:37:00.000-07:00

Biometric security technology once available almost exclusively to large federal agencies has found its way into the channel. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/16/2005 12:37:53 PM

NEC Solutions America and MiT Systems Partner to Deliver a 'Total Business Solution' to the Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

2005-06-14T00:51:00.000-07:00

SANTA CLARA, Calif. -NEC Solutions (America), Inc., a premier provider... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/14/2005 11:51:23 AMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2338

San Bernardino Sheriff's Department Expands IWS Law Enforcement Solution to Include Countywide Data Sharing

2005-06-11T05:08:00.000-07:00

SAN DIEGO -ImageWare(R) Systems (AMEX:IWS), a world-leading developer and... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/11/2005 4:08:01 PMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2337

e-Smart Technologies CEO to Speak at Premier Asian Gaming Expo

2005-06-11T04:10:00.000-07:00

WASHINGTON, - e-Smart Technologies, Inc., ("e-SMART" or the "Company")... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/11/2005 3:10:59 PMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2336

Huntington Police Expand BIO-key Mobile System as Part of Project Hoosier SAFE-T

2005-06-11T03:26:00.000-07:00

WALL, N.J., - BIO-key International, Inc. , the leader in finger-based... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/11/2005 2:26:57 PMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2335

Personal Computers Include Support for Next Generation Security

2005-06-11T03:08:00.000-07:00

LEE, Mass. -Wave Systems Corp. (NASDAQ: WAVX) announced today that... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/11/2005 2:08:54 PMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2332

ImageWare Systems Presenting at The Identity Summit

2005-06-11T01:50:00.000-07:00

SAN DIEGO -ImageWare(R) Systems, Inc. (AMEX:IW), a world leading developer... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/11/2005 12:50:52 PMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2333

Attorney-General denies wiretapping claims (Sydney Morning Herald)

2005-06-11T00:54:00.000-07:00

The government has dismissed claims by a visiting American technology analyst that Australia has three times the rate of wiretapping as the United States. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/11/2005 11:54:49 AM

Pacific Biometrics to Upgrade Lab Information System (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-06-10T22:45:00.000-07:00

Pacific Biometrics, Inc. has selected the ClinAxys II Laboratory Information System , developed by Clinical Systems Ltd., to update and enhance its clinical data management. PBI will begin installing the new software solution, specifically designed to meet the needs of clinical lab businesses, in early June. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/11/2005 9:45:44 AM

USCIS announces new green card filing procedure (Hispania News)

2005-06-08T01:43:00.000-07:00

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) forwarded to the Federal Register a notice announcing that starting May 31, 2005 aliens must mail applications to renew or replace Permanent Resident Cards, commonly known as "green cards," directly to the Los Angeles Lockbox. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/8/2005 12:43:38 PM

Updated green card procedure comes with drawbacks (Press of Atlantic City)

2005-06-07T05:05:00.000-07:00

A new procedure designed to streamline the renewal or replacement of permanent resident cards, commonly known as green cards, has drawn mixed reviews from at least one southern New Jersey immigration lawyer. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/7/2005 4:05:27 PM

Goggles help rowers stroke in time (Australian IT)

2005-06-07T03:24:00.000-07:00

AUSTRALIA'S elite rowers are expected to use virtual reality goggles to get real-time biometric data and a side-on view of their stroke. The goggles have been designed by Dr Andrew Short, of Monash University's School of Materials Engineering, with funding from the Victorian Institute of Sport. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/7/2005 2:24:23 PM

Minister says ID technology is robust (KableNET)

2005-06-07T02:05:00.000-07:00

Home office minister Tony McNulty said that the technology would be sufficiently developed to begin implementation of the cards and a national identity register in 2008. He was speaking at a conference on the subject organised by IT industry association Intellect on 6 June 2005. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/7/2005 1:05:21 PM

CIC Signs License Agreement With eCom Asia Pacific Aimed at Enhancing Revenue Growth in China

2005-06-07T00:38:00.000-07:00

REDWOOD SHORES, Calif. and PERTH, Australia, Communication Intelligence... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/7/2005 11:38:08 AMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2334

ImageWare Systems Presenting at The Identity Summit

2005-06-06T23:56:00.000-07:00

SAN DIEGO -ImageWare(R) Systems, Inc. (AMEX:IW), a world leading developer... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/7/2005 10:56:06 AMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2333

Personal Computers Include Support for Next Generation Security

2005-06-06T04:10:00.000-07:00

LEE, Mass. -Wave Systems Corp. (NASDAQ: WAVX) announced today that... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/6/2005 3:10:17 PMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2332

Veridicom Presents Its Roadmap for Authentication and Identity Management Solutions to Chinese Market

2005-06-06T01:54:00.000-07:00

BEIJING, - Veridicom International, Inc is today presenting its roadmap... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/6/2005 12:54:57 PMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2328

Iridian Announces Further Expansion of United Nations Refugee Program

2005-06-06T00:24:00.000-07:00

MOORESTOWN, N.J. -With the return of spring, the United Nations refugee... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/6/2005 11:24:40 AMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2325

BioPassword Lands Ex-Microsoft Chief Security Officer Greg Wood; Infosecurity Guru to Drive Product Roadmap for Innovative Security Software Firm

2005-06-05T23:51:00.000-07:00

SEATTLE -BioPassword (R), Inc., the market's leading provider of... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/6/2005 10:51:35 AMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2324

BlueBear Network Teams with VisionSphere to Target U.S. Real ID Act

2005-06-05T05:58:00.000-07:00

OTTAWA, Ontario, - BlueBear Network International, Inc (Pink Sheets:BLBR)... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/5/2005 4:58:06 PMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2323

Pacific Biometrics to Upgrade Lab Information System (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-06-05T04:52:00.000-07:00

Voluntary Security ID to Debut in Florida (AP via Yahoo! News)

2005-06-04T05:17:00.000-07:00

Beginning June 21, the Orlando airport will let travelers pay $80 a year for a card that guarantees an exclusive security line and the promise of no random secondary pat-down. To get this new "Clear" card, travelers would have to be vetted by the Department of Homeland Security and submit to fingerprint and iris scans. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/4/2005 4:17:55 PM

Liska Biometry to Present at Identity Summit, 2005 in Dubai (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-06-04T04:21:00.000-07:00

Liska Biometry a biometrics solutions provider, said today that the Company will be presenting at the third annual Identity Summit and Middle East Biometrics Forum, to be held at the JW Marriot Hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from June 5th to June 7th, 2005. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/4/2005 3:21:52 PM

Avoiding an identity crisis (Guardian Unlimited)

2005-06-04T04:01:00.000-07:00

One of the many interesting things about the national identity card scheme is its potential to become the mother of all government IT disasters. All the ingredients are there - large-scale, highly visible political deadlines, unproven technology (especially biometrics) and hostile stakeholders. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/4/2005 3:01:50 PM

Pacific Biometrics Names New Senior VP of Operations (dBusinessNews.com)

2005-06-04T03:11:00.000-07:00

Seattle - Seattle - Pacific Biometrics Inc. has appointed Michael Murphy, Ph.D., as the new Senior Vice President of Operations. Murphy will play a key role in managing all aspects of the PBI service business including lab operations, client and information services, and quality assurance/control. Murphy will also work directly with the rest of the senior management team to help grow the service more...

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Originally Posted on 6/4/2005 2:11:32 PM

The future is now with biometrics (Coeur d'Alene Press)

2005-06-04T02:24:00.000-07:00

Dreaming of Paris in the springtime? Perhaps a summer stroll in Rome or skiing the Swiss Alps? If crossing the ocean is part of your future travel plans, you may need to bring some handiwipes on the plane. You'll need them after you're fingerprinted. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/4/2005 1:24:30 PM

Identix and Utah Enter into Statewide Agreement for Purchase of Live Scan Systems (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-06-04T01:43:00.000-07:00

Identix Incorporated , the world's leading multi-biometrics security technology company, announced that it has entered into an agreement with the State of Utah for the purchase of Identix' Enhanced Definition 3000 Series Live Scan Systems by State agencies throughout Utah. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/4/2005 12:43:27 PM

BioSecurIT Announces First Customer - The Federal Aviation Administration - to Secure Facilities Using Biometric Access (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-06-04T00:26:00.000-07:00

BioSecurIT, Inc., a newly established manufacturer of systems for high security environments employing integrated biometrics, high resolution digital video, voice, RFID, and secure archiving, today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration took delivery of BioSecurIT's first SentryPort system. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/4/2005 11:26:24 AM

Security: Wisekey, HP and Microsoft Authenticate Electronic Identity (CNW Group via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-06-02T05:36:00.000-07:00

Security, terrorism, biometrics. To say the least, these concerns were at the heart of intense activity during the last few days. Early in the week, Brussels was receiving the first post- election visit of the US Secretary of Homeland Security, Michael Chertoff, who encouraged Europeans to tune their security controls to US methods, to improve the effectiveness of the fight against terrorism. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/2/2005 4:36:51 PM

Green card system shifts (Rocky Mountain News)

2005-06-02T03:20:00.000-07:00

Thousands of immigrants in Colorado who have either lost or need to renew their permanent residency cards must now mail their applications and fees totaling $255 to Southern California. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/2/2005 2:20:42 PM

IT Pros Say Security Is Key Priority (Security Pipeline)

2005-06-02T02:35:00.000-07:00

More than 80% of the 300 managers responding to InformationWeek Research's 1Q Priorities survey described updating security procedures, tools, and services as a key business priority. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/2/2005 1:35:38 PM

Trials show inaccuracies in validation (Computer Weekly)

2005-06-02T01:54:00.000-07:00

Trials show inaccuracies in validation more...

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Originally Posted on 6/2/2005 12:54:33 PM

City Hospital Reduces Help Desk Costs and Improves Patient Security with Imprivata OneSign

2005-06-02T00:32:00.000-07:00

LEXINGTON, Mass. -Imprivata(R), Inc., the enterprise single sign-on (ESSO)... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/2/2005 11:32:30 AMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2320

BioSecurIT Announces First Customer - The Federal Aviation Administration - to Secure Facilities Using Biometric Access Controls

2005-06-01T23:22:00.000-07:00

NORTH CHELMSFORD, Mass. -BioSecurIT, Inc., a newly established manufacturer... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/2/2005 10:22:25 AMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2319

Cogent Systems Awarded $2.5 Million Contract for AFIS to Support Haiti's Electoral Process

2005-06-01T05:31:00.000-07:00

SOUTH PASADENA, Calif. -Cogent Systems (Nasdaq:COGT) today announced... more...

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Originally Posted on 6/1/2005 4:31:45 PMContent source: http://www.findbiometrics.com/viewnews.php?id=2318

Blair steps in to end 'yob culture' feud (Independent)

2005-06-01T04:52:00.000-07:00

Tony Blair will chair the first meeting of the cabinet committee on antisocial behaviour to end a turf war between ministers who are battling for control of the "yob" agenda. more...

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Originally Posted on 6/1/2005 3:52:39 PM

Where is your congressman? (FCW.com)

2005-05-31T05:51:00.000-07:00

Staffers and police officers working on Capitol Hill discovered May 11 that they had no way to know whether every member of Congress had been alerted to evacuate after a small plane had entered restricted air space. more...

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Originally Posted on 5/31/2005 4:51:20 PM

US biometric ID request raises ID concern in UK (The Register)

2005-05-31T04:31:00.000-07:00

Don't want a betamax situation more...

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Originally Posted on 5/31/2005 3:31:11 PM

HP Announces New National Identity System Solution Built on Microsoft .NET Platform (CRM Today)

2005-05-31T02:27:00.000-07:00

HP announced the availability of the HP National Identity System (NIS) solution on the Microsoft(R) .NET platform. more...

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Originally Posted on 5/31/2005 1:27:06 PM

Neotel Announces Dynamic Ideogram Capture and Authentication System (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-05-31T00:56:00.000-07:00

Neotel International Inc. announced today it was granted a Canadian patent on application #2,296,208 for a new identity capture and authentication system that will provide enhanced security for individuals and corporations. more...

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Originally Posted on 5/31/2005 11:56:02 AM

Achieving Data Privacy in the Enterprise (it-observer.com)

2005-05-31T00:07:00.000-07:00

In spite of a range of security technologies being deployed, devastating thefts of sensitive data continue to occur. To address these threats, many organizations are looking to deploy data privacy solutions- solutions that ensure the security of data inside the enterprise. more...

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Originally Posted on 5/31/2005 11:07:59 AM

Welcome to www.independent-media.tv (Independent Media TV)

2005-05-30T23:37:00.000-07:00

A report by Brig Gen. Gary Jones of the Army Special Operations Command found that the U.S. Army determined within days of his death that Tillman had been killed mistakenly by fellow Rangers but did not tell his family or the public for weeks and even destroyed evidence. more...

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Originally Posted on 5/31/2005 10:37:54 AM

Cogent (BusinessWeek)

2005-05-30T05:52:00.000-07:00

Leaving its prints on the biometrics market more...

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Originally Posted on 5/30/2005 4:52:26 PM

Biometrics request from US raises ID concern in UK (Out-Law)

2005-05-30T05:08:00.000-07:00

The UK Government plans to issue its ID Card as a passport with biometric identifiers stored in a chip and the US wants those chips to be compatible with its own scanners, raising the possibility that US agencies could have access to the ID Card database. more...

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Originally Posted on 5/30/2005 4:08:21 PM

AuthenTec to Showcase Its Power of Touch Approach to Fingerprint Biometrics at Computex Conference in Taipei (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

2005-05-30T01:39:00.000-07:00

AuthenTec, the world leader in fingerprint sensor innovation and sales for more than five years, will show how its patented biometric fingerprint sensors add The Power of Touch to personal computers and cell phones at the Computex Taipei International Information Technology Show in Taipei Taiwan May 31-June 4. more...

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Originally Posted on 5/30/2005 12:39:12 PM

Federal ID cards need more thought (CNET)

2005-05-30T00:09:00.000-07:00

In a letter to the editor, EPIC asks for caution on ID cards featuring both biometrics and Bluetooth. more...

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Originally Posted on 5/30/2005 11:09:10 AM

Citibank, Daring to Dream of the Year 2054, Warns of Lessons of History (Finance Technology Network)

2005-05-29T22:59:00.000-07:00

Fifty years from now, you will carry a translucent plastic bank card displaying a talking head with artificial intelligence. Cash and checks will have been eliminated in favor of the new electronic currency of "credits," which you'll be able to transfer at will. more...

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Originally Posted on 5/30/2005 9:59:06 AM