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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Digital ECA: Agency discourages facial recognition and limits data use in age verification

The Brazilian Agency for Data Protection is proposing strict guidelines for online age verification, advocating caution with biometric methods and preferences for systems that confirm users are over 18 without revealing their identity.

Mar 20 • 13:28 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Smoke bombs, biometric sensors... Spain's largest armored vault lands in a secret deposit in Madrid to house 10,000 safes

A new high-security private deposit designed for the secure storage of luxury items has opened in Madrid, featuring Spain's largest armored vault.

Mar 18 • 23:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TRE-BA takes itinerant action for biometric data collection, electoral domicile transfer, and other services to cities in the interior

The Regional Electoral Court of Bahia (TRE-BA) is providing mobile electoral services to the municipalities of Amélia Rodrigues and Pé de Serra.

Mar 18 • 20:48 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

I try the best smart scales to control weight (and other health parameters)

The article reviews various smart scales that sync with mobile apps to track weight and other health metrics.

Mar 18 • 06:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TRE-PA Begins Alerting Voters via WhatsApp to Update Biometric Registration and Reduce Queues on Election Day

The Electoral Regional Court of Pará (TRE-PA) initiated sending WhatsApp messages to voters to update their biometric registration and lessen waiting times on election day.

Mar 16 • 23:37 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

PDP group slams Akwa Ibom over new transport tax

A PDP advocacy group criticizes a new directive in Akwa Ibom that mandates biometric registration and a unified ticketing system for commercial transport, calling it an insensitive tax burden.

Mar 15 • 10:06 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Biometric CURP 2026: How to Make Your Appointment Online?

The article outlines the process for obtaining a biometric CURP in Mexico, detailing the steps to schedule an appointment online.

Mar 14 • 02:27 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Fingerprint and photo scans to be fully enforced for American travelers headed to one continent

European countries are set to implement a new biometric screening process for travelers, starting with fingerprint and photo scans upon entry.

Mar 13 • 20:42 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

In Europe it is unacceptable, in Brazil biometrics from Slovakia continues to monitor school attendance

A biometric facial recognition system from Slovakia is being used to monitor school attendance in Brazil, raising concerns about data privacy and ethics.

Mar 13 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TRE-RN sets up service posts in shopping malls to regularize 139,000 voters; deadline is May 6

The Regional Electoral Court of Rio Grande do Norte has opened service posts in shopping malls to assist 139,000 voters with biometric registration before the May 6 deadline.

Mar 12 • 21:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Your Face Will Have Copyright: The Pioneering Law That Will Protect Our Biometric Data

A Danish consumer organization initiated a campaign to raise awareness about the risks of sharing personal data online by offering bakery goods in exchange for revealing private information.

Mar 10 • 23:09 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Annual Declaration 2026: What is the deadline and do you need the biometric CURP for the procedure?

Taxpayers in Mexico must be aware of the approaching deadlines for filing their 2026 annual tax declarations, with important clarifications from the SAT regarding biometric identification.

Mar 10 • 20:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Spain, Greece and Portugal travel warning as rule changes for British tourists

British tourists are warned of potential delays as new biometric border control measures are introduced in Spain, Greece, and Portugal starting from April 10.

Mar 8 • 09:43 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Will Biometric CURP be mandatory for IMSS pensioners? These procedures will require the document

Starting in March, the Biometric CURP will be mandatory for IMSS pensioners for certain procedures.

Mar 3 • 00:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Finland's New Announcement Regarding Russia

Finland will not accept non-biometric Russian passports starting from June but will allow certain exceptions.

Mar 2 • 16:21 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finland no longer accepts all Russian passports

Finland will stop accepting non-biometric Russian passports starting June 1, with certain exemptions for minors and specific cases.

Mar 2 • 14:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finland will not accept Russian non-biometric passports starting from June

Finland has announced that starting from June, it will no longer accept Russian passports that do not contain biometric identification.

Mar 2 • 13:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After complaints, biometric point system to be implemented in health units in city of Acre; understand

The city of Brasiléia in Acre will implement a biometric point system in its health units following a request from the Public Ministry due to attendance issues among health workers.

Feb 27 • 17:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Constitutional Court Dismisses Constitutional Petition Against Government's Provision of 'Immigration Biometrics' to Private Firms

The Constitutional Court dismissed a petition claiming the government's act of providing biometric data collected for immigration management purposes to private companies was unconstitutional.

Feb 26 • 08:33 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Smart Life: The New Connectivity Arena and OPPO Reno 15's Bet on Balance

The article discusses cybersecurity concerns surrounding exposed software from Persona, a major identity verification provider, and the implications for user privacy and trust.

Feb 25 • 18:36 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
National & Local

e-Passport: Traveling abroad is now easier, learn the simple steps to apply for an e-passport

India has launched an advanced e-passport system to simplify and enhance the security of international travel.

Feb 25 • 10:04 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news about the green card: how the program to collect biometric data from all foreigners works

The U.S. government is implementing a new, comprehensive biometric data collection system for all foreigners, aiming for heightened security and streamlined immigration procedures.

Feb 24 • 23:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Deadline to regularize voter registration ends on May 6

The deadline to regularize voter registration is May 6, a necessary step for those wishing to participate in the October 2026 elections in Brazil, with rising demand for electoral services in Santarém, Pará.

Feb 24 • 11:52 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Aviation industry warns: Up to six-hour queues at airports

New biometric border control system is leading to significant delays at airports as travelers are required to register fingerprints and facial photos during their first entry into the Schengen Zone.

Feb 23 • 08:21 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

WhatsApp Cancels Passwords by Launching 'Security Keys' Feature

WhatsApp has introduced a 'Security Keys' feature to enhance user account security and eliminate dependency on passwords, aiming to prevent traditional hacking attempts.

Feb 23 • 06:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TRE-AM offers home service for biometrics in Manaus; see how to request

The Regional Electoral Court of Amazonas (TRE-AM) is providing home service for residents of Manaus with mobility issues who need to complete biometric registration.

Feb 21 • 13:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Euractiv: Visa-free travel at the cost of personal data – The EU grants access to American algorithms to assess European travelers

A draft agreement suggests that U.S. authorities may use automated processing of personal data to make significant decisions affecting European travelers, potentially compromising their privacy.

Feb 20 • 17:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brits issued warning over passport delays due to new travel rules

British travelers are warned of potential passport delays due to upcoming biometric checks and ETIAS requirements for entering Europe.

Feb 20 • 12:57 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Confirmed. These are ALL the requirements you will need when processing your Biometric CURP in 2026: documents and personal data | LIST

The article outlines the necessary requirements for obtaining a Biometric CURP in Mexico, clarifying the doubts surrounding the new identification document.

Feb 19 • 12:45 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Schedule an Appointment for the Biometric CURP Online: How to Schedule It to Ensure the Process? Step by Step

The article explains how to schedule an appointment for obtaining the biometric CURP in Mexico amidst reported long wait times and the necessity of making an appointment to avoid being turned away.

Feb 19 • 12:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

World halts its iris scanning operations in Spain again after a warning from Data Protection

World has temporarily suspended its iris scanning activities in Spain following a warning from the Spanish Data Protection Agency.

Feb 16 • 11:35 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Museveni Defends BVV Machines As Key to Credible Polls, Says Technology Closed Opposition's 'Cheating Lifeline'

President Museveni asserts that the implementation of Biometric Voter Verification (BVV) machines in the recent elections was crucial for ensuring electoral integrity and reducing fraud.

Feb 16 • 05:28 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Confirmed. This is the list of ALL the documents you will need to obtain your Biometric CURP 2026

Mexicans can apply for their Biometric Unique Population Registry Code (CURP) in 2026 by visiting designated modules and presenting official documents.

Feb 14 • 15:20 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Attention. Only they will be fined if they do not do this with the biometric CURP; this is what they will have to pay

The biometric CURP in Mexico could lead to fines for specific public and private entities if they do not comply with new regulations.

Feb 13 • 18:32 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Confirmed. These are ALL the modules to process the Biometric CURP in Tlalnepantla, Edomex | Service hours

In Tlalnepantla, Mexico, residents can obtain their Biometric CURP at designated modules, which require in-person registration.

Feb 12 • 16:45 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Confirmed. This is the MINIMUM age you must be to process the Biometric CURP | Requirements

The article discusses the minimum age requirement for obtaining the Biometric CURP in Mexico, which has raised several questions about the process and its necessity following its implementation.

Feb 12 • 15:35 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Warm-skinned AI robot with camera eyes is seriously creepy

A Shanghai startup has unveiled Moya, the world’s first biometric AI robot, which has raised concerns due to its unsettlingly human-like appearance.

Feb 12 • 11:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Goodbye to plastic: the list of states where it is already legal to carry a driver's license on the iPhone

The advancement of digitalization in the United States allows residents in several states to store their driver's licenses digitally in Apple Wallet, eliminating the need for physical cards.

Feb 12 • 05:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The iris-photographing cameras return to Spain: Is it legal?

A new iris-scanning technology has returned to Spain, sparking legal concerns about biometric data privacy.

Feb 12 • 04:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

What will happen if I do NOT get the Biometric CURP before February?

The article discusses the implications of not obtaining the biometric CURP before February in Mexico, including possible consequences and deadlines for compliance.

Feb 11 • 17:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Know the Easy Way to Lock Your Aadhaar Biometric

The article discusses how to lock biometric data associated with Aadhaar to prevent identity theft and fraud.

Feb 10 • 06:24 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Aadhaar Biometric Lock: Change these settings to avoid scams

The article advises readers on how to enable biometric locks on Aadhaar to prevent fraud.

Feb 9 • 15:29 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Make These Changes in Aadhaar Settings Immediately, Scammers Can Empty Your Account

UIDAI has introduced a biometric lock option to protect Aadhaar users from potential scams and identity theft linked to biometric data misuse.

Feb 9 • 12:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The new laws that would impact supermarkets in New York and recent updates in February 2026

New legislation addressing biometric data collection and surveillance practices in New York supermarkets is being introduced in response to the use of facial recognition technology by retailers.

Feb 8 • 08:59 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Two youths arrested in Jaunpur CTET exam for impersonating each other

Two men were arrested during the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) in Jaunpur for taking the exam on behalf of each other after biometric verification revealed discrepancies.

Feb 8 • 07:49 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Biometric CURP for Seniors: How to Register and What Requirements You Need?

In Mexico, all citizens, including seniors, can apply for their biometric Unique Population Registration Code (CURP) by visiting the Civil Registry to have their biometric data scanned, while carrying specific documents.

Feb 6 • 16:50 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
World

The USA wants our biometric data. Why is this dangerous?

Proposed changes to the European Union could allow American authorities almost unrestricted access to data of EU citizens, posing significant risks, especially for Poland.

Feb 6 • 15:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Airports criticize new EU verification system: "Tourists face disaster this summer"

Leaders in the tourism industry are urging the European Commission to suspend the new Entry/Exit System (EES) due to fears of significant disruptions during the summer season.

Feb 5 • 16:45 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Biometric CURP in Cancún: Where are ALL the modules to process it? | SCHEDULES

Cancún has set up modules for residents to process their biometric Unique Population Registry Code (CURP), requiring personal attendance with documentation during specified hours.

Feb 5 • 16:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Travel industry fears summer disruption amid new biometric checks at European borders

Travel industry leaders are concerned that new biometric checks at European borders could lead to significant delays and disruption for passengers this summer.

Feb 5 • 15:13 UTC

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