Biometrics Institute

We’re excited to announce that we’re curating a dynamic agenda for this year’s Showcase Australia in Canberra on 4 December 2024.   This premier event will bring together leading experts from our member community to delve into the critical issues shaping the biometrics industry.   Engage in trusted conversations that will explore the latest opportunities, challenges, and key considerations facing the biometrics industry right now. Showcase will be the place to forge meaningful connections and to hear the Australian and New Zealand perspectives on a range of important topics including:   🔹 The implementation of Australia’s Digital ID Act 🔹 Government applications of biometric technology 🔹 The intersection of biometrics and artificial intelligence 🔹 Building a responsible future for biometrics, and much more   Network with industry peers and decision-makers. Register now to shape the responsible future of biometrics at bit.ly/showcase-au24   #BiometricsShowcase #BIDebates #responsiblebiometrics #BiometricsDebate #biometrics #digitalidentity #AI

The recent major IT outage affecting Windows users highlights the ongoing importance of cybersecurity, especially when dealing with sensitive biometric data. While not a cyberattack itself, this incident serves as a reminder from our State of Biometrics Report (SoBR) that “Cybersecurity is keeping us awake at night.” Almost every day, we see new stories about cyberattacks, data breaches, scams, vulnerabilities, and ransomware. This concern aligns with the theme of our SoBR which covered biometrics, cybersecurity, and privacy – “The Good, the Brazen, or the Breached?”   ➡️ In October, our Congress will feature the launch of the next State of Biometrics Report, along with continued discussions on cybersecurity, digital identity, AI, and more. Register now to join us: bit.ly/BICongress24 ➡️ The full State of Biometrics Report is available to Institute members. To learn more about the report, visit bit.ly/sobr-23 ➡️ In addition to these invaluable insights non-members can access many free good practice resources including the Three Laws of Biometrics at bit.ly/biometric-tools #biometrics #cybersecurity #privacy #datasecurity #AI #digitalidentity #responsiblebiometrics #BICongress

There’s less than four months to go until the Biometrics Institute Congress in London on 22-23 October and we’re preparing for another amazing event to future-proof the responsible, ethical and effective use of biometrics. This year’s programme promises to be rich and engaging, featuring expert discussions designed to inspire you and tackle the most pressing issues facing the biometrics industry today.   WHAT TO EXPECT   ✅ Trusted conversations shaping the future   Our events are renowned for balanced and trusted conversations on biometrics, and Congress brings together leading voices in the industry. This year’s programme promises to be rich and engaging, featuring expert discussions designed to inspire you and unpack the important themes, challenges, and opportunities shaping the industry today. And we won’t stop there! We’ll also be looking ahead at how we can cultivate the next generation of biometrics experts to ensure the responsible use of this powerful technology in the future.   ✅ Speaker spotlight   We are pleased to announce that Anna-Liisa Tampuu, Biometrics Team Leader at the Estonian Ministry of the Interior (Siseministeerium), will join us to discuss biometrics, nurturing talent, and how we keep pace with innovation. Where is the next generation of talent, what does responsible use of biometrics look like for them and are they aware of the opportunities that exist? Anna-Liisa will unpack this question and explore how we can foster innovation and talent development within the field of biometrics.   ➡️ Register now to join us at bit.ly/BICongress24   CONGRESS SIDE EVENTS   Looking to expand your biometrics knowledge? In addition to the main Congress, there are a range of pre- and post-Congress side events designed to offer in-depth exploration of key topics.   🗓️ 21 October – Mitigating Biometric Vulnerabilities in Digital Identity Workshop: A morning workshop, led by Martin George (Biometrics Institute Digital Identity Group), essential for understanding the latest developments in mitigating vulnerabilities within digital identity systems.   🗓️ 21 October – Face Recognition and How to Mitigate Risk Workshop: Join Patrick Grother (Biometric Standards and Testing Lead, NIST) for this afternoon workshop dedicated to mitigating risks in face recognition systems.   🗓️ 24 October – Joint Expert Group Briefing: An interactive half-day event offering a unique opportunity to connect with the Biometrics Institute’s Expert and Sector Groups.   Some side events are free for Congress delegates. Workshops require separate booking. Find out more at bit.ly/BIC24side   With thanks to our Gold sponsor, Cognitec Systems.   To enquire about speaking opportunities, contact David Roberts. For sponsoring and exhibiting, contact Shelley Bryen.   #BICongress #biometrics #responsiblebiometrics #ethicalbiometrics #artificialintelligence #digitalidentity #facerecognition #borders #lawenforcement #learnbiometrics

Our Chairman and Director, Jakob Dam Glynstrup attended the XXI CLARCIEV meeting in São Paulo alongside member countries from Latin America and the Caribbean earlier today. Participating in a digital identity panel, he addressed a critical question that lies at the heart of online interactions: “How do you know who you are dealing with online?” He emphasised the importance of the Three Laws of Biometrics as a starting point for the responsible implementation of biometric systems and discussed the Good Practice Framework which helps even those with limited knowledge of biometrics procure, upgrade or expand a system. Key takeaways: 🔹 Biometrics can play a role in helping ensure we’re dealing with the right people online, but responsible implementation is crucial. 🔹 You need to get it right, right from the start and the Biometrics Institute has many good practice resources to help navigate the world of biometrics, and digital identity. Information on best practices for biometrics, including the Three Laws of Biometrics, is available from the Institute’s website at bit.ly/biometric-tools. For anyone interested in learning more about the technology and its implementation, the Biometrics Essentials learning tool is also freely available in English and Spanish at https://lnkd.in/drzrJweJ. We look forward to collaborating further on these important topics with the CLARCIEV council and thank you for the invitation to take part in this important meeting.   #CLARCIEV2024 #responsiblebiometrics #digitalidentity #bordersecurity #artificialintelligence

Mark your calendars! Showcase Australia will take place in Canberra on 4 December 2024. This one-day event convenes leading government representatives, regulators, policymakers, and innovators from across Australia, New Zealand, and the globe. In a trusted environment, they’ll discuss the most pressing issues surrounding biometrics and explore perspectives on its responsible future use.   Some key themes will include: 🔹 The Digital Identity Act 🔹 Privacy Act reform 🔹 Developments with the Face Verification Service 🔹 Biometrics in commercial applications 🔹 Seamless travel   This is an important opportunity to shape policy, put safeguards in place, and understand what to expect in terms of technology development and innovation to create a better and safer world.   Register at bit.ly/showcase-au24 to secure your place.   Thank you to our Gold Sponsor Cognitec Systems and to our exhibitor, iProov.   If you are interested in speaking at the event or becoming a sponsor, contact Simon Relph.   #BiometricsShowcase #BIDebates #BiometricsDebate #digitalidentity #DigitalIdentityAct #privacy #ai #artificialintelligence #dataprotection #responsiblebiometrics #ethicalbiometrics

Time is almost up to share your perspective on biometrics in this year’s industry survey. Help us ensure a truly independent and balanced representation. Have your say now at bit.ly/IndSurvey24   #biometrics #responsiblebiometrics #biometricssurvey

Our survey gathers insights from everyone – not just experts. Whether you use biometrics daily or occasionally, your participation will help shape the future of responsible use for all. Have your say at bit.ly/IndSurvey24 before the survey closes.   #biometrics #responsiblebiometrics #biometricssurvey

We all use biometrics in some way, and that means we have a voice in shaping what comes next! Take our short survey at bit.ly/IndSurvey24 before it closes, share your view on responsible use and help us build a future that works for everyone.   #biometrics #responsiblebiometrics

Government, industry and NFPs gathered to discuss how to design your biometric strategy at our US Strategy Forum in Washington DC. John Boyd’s keynote provided an update on the National Academies of Sciences Face Study & Executive Order 14074. This was followed by presentations focusing on designing your biometric strategy and insights into how the Good Practice Framework and the Three Laws of Biometrics can work in practice. The forum was divided into three insightful sessions based on the Three Laws of Biometrics covering policy, process, and technology. The opening session on policy included engaging roundtable debate with industry leaders discussing practical solutions. The second session focussed on processes and biometric good practice implementations and challenges. The final session explored the third law of biometrics – technology, with delegates investigating solutions and future requirements before open dialogue. “The audience was engaged from the opening to closing,” said our CEO Isabelle Moeller. It was a fantastic day for advancing the responsible use of biometrics. A big thank you to everyone who joined us for the day’s thought-provoking discussions on designing effective biometric strategies. Special thanks to our sponsors Aware, Inc. (Platinum sponsor) and FaceTec, Inc. (Gold sponsor).   If you joined us at the US #BiometricsStrategy Forum, let us know what you thought.   You can also contact David Roberts to voice your support for responsible biometrics, and Shelley Bryen to discuss sponsorship and exhibition opportunities at our upcoming events: 🇬🇧 22-23 October 2024: Biometrics Institute Congress, London – bit.ly/BICongress24 🇦🇺 4 December 2024: Showcase Australia, Canberra – bit.ly/showcase-au24 🇳🇱 24-25 April 2025: ID@Borders and Future of Travel Conference, Amsterdam – bit.ly/IDB2025 We look forward to seeing you all again soon! #policy #dataprivacy #datasecurity #digitalidentity #ThreeLawsofBiometrics #responsiblebiometrics #biometrics #AI

As AI evolves, will humans be partners or passengers on the journey? Have your say on the role of humans in AI-powered biometrics at bit.ly/IndSurvey24   #AI #HumanInTheLoop #biometrics #responsiblebiometrics #biometricssurvey