India uses digital banking and biometrics to organize its 1.3 billion population
​​ India's public digital infrastructure — in many ways, an immense online bureaucracy — is an outlier to this principle. The effort was written-off in the short run, but, less than a decade after it was introduced, it has mobilized technology at the grass-roots, tapping into the country's huge domestic potential. India is now ready to share its experience with the developing world.
Ministries, several states deploying facial recognition tech systems: Study
At least 32 Facial Recognition Technology systems, estimated at Rs 1,063 crore, are in various stages of deployment by union ministries, central agencies and several state governments, including Telangana and Gujarat, according to an ongoing study by digital rights advocacy group, Internet Freedom Foundation.
Ministries & several states deploying facial recognition tech systems: Study
At least 32 Facial Recognition Technology systems, estimated at Rs 1,063 crore, are in various stages of deployment by union ministries, central agencies and several state governments, including Telangana and Gujarat, according to an ongoing study by digital rights advocacy group, Internet Freedom Foundation. IFF sourced the info by filing 31 RTIs with several govt departments.
WhatsApp Android app is getting face unlock for better security
Facebook-owned WhatsApp is gearing up to roll out face unlock security option for its Android app.
Amazon, Google, Microsoft sued for allegedly using biometric data without consent: Report
Two Illinois residents have sued tech giants Amazon, Google and Microsoft for using their faces for training facial recognition systems without consent, as per a report by Softpedia.
Nokia 2.3 smartphone launched at Rs 8,199
HMD Global on Wednesday launched its Nokia 2.3 smartphone and priced it at Rs 8,199 for the 2GB/32GB variant.
The future of security... so far, biometric's the way to go
As of today, the most secure way of ascertaining someone's identity involves the use of biometrics — physical markers such as fingerprints, facial recognition, retinal scans, and voice recognition; and behavioural identifiers such as device location, how a device is held, finger movement and gestures.
Digital identity verification firms are seeing higher demand as businesses rule out physical interaction with users
Various new-age security mechanisms such as One-Time Password (OTP), fingerprint, iris scan and facial recognition fall under the ambit of identity technology.
'Voluntary Aadhaar eKYC for bank accounts, mobiles soon'
Now, after the amendments in the Aadhaar Act and PMLA, and Telegraph Act, on a voluntary basis, a person can open a bank account, a mobile connection or a mutual fund or open a demat account after Aadhaar authentication.
Analysts flag data privacy concerns over FaceApp
Analysts warn of potential risks to user privacy and national security since personal data of millions of people could be vulnerable to threats of misuse later on.
BSNL launches its first Aadhaar Seva Kendra in Uttarakhand
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) launched its first Aadhaar Seva Kendra in Uttarakhand at Cross Road CSC on Tuesday. The state-owned telecom company now aims to open 34 such centres across the state which will provide free Aadhaar services to the residents of Uttarakhand.
Apple's Face ID may let you unlock your car in future
Apple may be working on a feature that will allow you to unlock your car with the help of biometric authentication.
India needs to adopt middle path on data protection: NITI Aayog
He said access to data is crucial for achieving faster growth which is now being driven by the digital economy. Speaking at the 'Raisina Dialogue 2019' here, Kumar said, "I think there is a midway, that will make for digital cooperation as opposed to data protection."
Cyber researcher pulls public talk on hacking Apple's Face ID
A cyber security researcher cancelled a hacking conference briefing on how he said he could crack biometric facial recognition on Apple Inc iPhones, at the request of his employer, which called the work "misleading."
Govt tables bill to allow voluntary use of Aadhaar for SIMs, bank a/c
The bill, which seeks to amend three separate laws governing Aadhaar, telecom sector, and banking regulation, also gives a minor an option to opt out of the 12-digit identity scheme on attaining the age of 18 years.
Foldable screens, 5G & improved AR: Tech trends that will rule 2019
2019 will be all about mechanical sliders on mobiles and faster displays, 5G and smarter voice assistants.
Cabinet nod to amendment for Aadhaar seeding with mobile number, bank account
Sources said the two Acts will be amended to provide for voluntary sharing of the 12-digit identification number for obtaining new mobile phone connections and for the opening of bank accounts.
Think your devices are safe? New AI tool can fake fingerprints and fool biometric systems
Researchers are training a machine-learning algorithm to generate synthetic fingerprints as MasterPrints.
Digital India firewalls: look-alike domains, frauds big threats to govt's e-push
MeitY has directed ministries and government departments to observe "due diligence to ensure that their schemes are not misrepresented by fake/fraudulent entities for extorting money from innocent people."
DoT may soon direct telcos to revert to paper verification
Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is set to instruct operators to get back to their old ways of physically verifying customers, which will be a huge setback to the telcos who were hoping that the ministry will continue to push for Aadhaar for digital verification.