Facial recognition stories

We speak to CEO Chris Yu to learn about Torutek, a New Zealand-based software firm harnessing the power of AI, IoT, and facial recognition.>>

Australian facial biometrics and analytics organisation Vix Vizion has responded to user feedback and released an improved user interface.  >>

There will be more than 1.4 billion users of facial recognition software used for payments alone in 2025, up from 671 million in 2020.>>

The solution manages workforce needs for public events, plus supports contactless clock on and contact tracing.>>

The facial recognition reader scans users’ faces to identify them before providing access.>>

Vix Vizion’s Australian-owned Imagus Facial Recognition Software has been approved as an officially recognised solution, and placed on the government's website for licensed premises and systems integrators to contact.>>

However, the biometrics market is expected to regain momentum with alternatives already beginning to find their feet.>>

Nowadays, access control can be combined with video and alarm systems, which can, in turn, link up with licence plate recognition, audio and facial solutions.>>

Half of Australians believe their privacy is being invaded by the tech, and two-thirds think they should be able to opt out of databases using it.>>

The device can scan a large crowd and automatically raise an alert if a person with an elevated temperature is found.>>

Top-line cameras now have computing chips inbuilt, which allow them to perform high-level tasks such as self-learning video analytics and advanced functionality across multiple sensors, such as blocking part of a view to maintain privacy. >>

Infineon says the technology, which uses the REAL3 3D Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensor, features an easy-to-design integration for smartphone manufacturers. >>

GlobalData reports that the global computer vision market will continue to head upwards, even in the face of fears around facial recognition.>>

The response comes as the European Union considers a ban on the use of facial recognition tech by law enforcement.>>

These digital experience trends fall within two broad categories – how digital technology is experienced and how digital experiences will be built.>>

“Willingness to engage with digital technology will become a key factor in determining any IT system’s ability to successfully deliver business outcomes.">>

More airports around Japan will soon be rolling out automated facial recognition gates for travellers passing through immigration and passport control.>>

Along with the viral potential of its popular filters, FaceApp has of late, generated a huge wave of media attention amid concerns about online privacy.>>

UK Information Commissioner Elizabeth Denham says she is deeply concerned about the rollout of LFR.>>

The New Zealand Community Trust is using facial recognition tech to help problem gamblers exclude themselves from gambling rooms. >>

We’re now at the point where technology doesn’t even need an entire image of someone to identify them.>>

With Infineon’s REAL3 image sensor chip, LG offers a depth measuring selfie camera for face-based security.>>

Despite almost all smartphone manufacturers bragging about just how secure their ‘face unlock’ feature is, a new study has found many models wanting in security.>>

Customers who opt into the service would be able to withdraw cash from an ATM using facial recognition technology and a PIN.>>