Biometrics

Atos Consortium Faces Setbacks in EU Biometric Border System Launch

20 days ago

The highly anticipated rollout of a biometric border control system across the European Union has hit significant snags, primarily due to issues encountered by the Atos consortium responsible for its implementation. The system, designed to enhance security and streamline border crossings, had promised to revolutionize how travelers are processed at EU borders. However, initial phases have revealed serious flaws, leading to concerns over its viability and reliability.

Declining Popularity of CLEAR Service at Major Airports Raises Questions

30 days ago

As travel picks up momentum post-pandemic, a notable trend is emerging at major airports across the United States: the use of the biometric screening service CLEAR is on the decline. While CLEAR had positioned itself as a premium solution to speed up the airport check-in process, recent reports indicate that it is losing its appeal among travelers.

The EU's New Entry/Exit System: What Biometric Data Rules Mean for Travellers in 2024

3 months ago

The European Union is just about to take a quantum leap into managing its transnational borders with the expected introduction of the Entry/Exit System in 2024. The EES will replace the current system of stamping passports and embark on a new dimension in managing the borders of the EU, thereby making it easier and modernizing the tracking of non-EU nationals who enter and leave its member states.