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• [New] Once viewed with fear and skepticism, airport biometric screenings are now preferred and even expected by global travelers. CNBC
• [New] Cameras are able to recognize smoke alarm signals and respond with lights, and in 2026, an AI-powered facial recognition feature will reduce false alerts. MacRumors
• [New] AI-powered surveillance, employed by both states and private actors, is one of the most pressing threats to human rights in 2025, with facial recognition technologies and biometric tracking enabling pervasive monitoring often in the absence of adequate legal oversight. Medium
• [New] Biometric authentication is expected to make UPI transactions faster and more inclusive. Sakshi Post
• [New] Indian travelers with a Schengen visa will undergo biometric checks, including fingerprints and a facial scan, during their first entry. Outlook Traveller
• [New] In 2025, researchers have uncovered vulnerabilities in VR hardware that allow attackers to access real-time biometric data, track user movements, and even manipulate sensory input. Artificial Intelligence and Technology Articles
• North American fintechs are adopting zero-trust security architectures, biometric authentication, and AI-based anomaly detection to combat rising threats. Cognitive Market Research
• Visa committed to a biometric-first global payments strategy by 2026, with Affirm as a key rollout partner for its Flexible Credential platform. Yahoo Finance
• DHS will collect a photograph (facial image), fingerprint, palm print, audible recording, DNA, etc., for use in facial recognition, fingerprint and palm print recognition, ocular image recognition, voice recognition, DNA testing, etc. Federal Register
• Combining the USCIS and CBP frameworks could effectively produce a unified biometric tracking system encompassing all non-citizens in the United States. BiometricUpdate.com
• Expanding biometric use will help combat trafficking, verify criminal history, deter fraud, and enhance identity management throughout the immigration lifecycle. Erickson Immigration Group
• As departments deploy increasingly sophisticated surveillance technology capable of monitoring biometric data from hundreds of meters away, a landmark California lawsuit could reshape the legal boundaries of warrantless aerial surveillance. DroneXL.co
• With biometric data collection added to the usual passport checks, travelers can expect delays, particularly in busy airports like Paris Charles de Gaulle, Madrid Barajas, and Amsterdam Schiphol. Travel And Tour World
• Given the new biometric checks, airports like London Heathrow, Gatwick, and Manchester will need to invest in additional infrastructure, such as dedicated biometric booths and enhanced digital systems. Travel And Tour World
• Biometric kiosks are being installed at airports across Europe, though not all locations will be fully operational on day one. Radio Nova
• Facial comparison technology will provide DHS a successful foundation for a biometric exit solution, as well as an improved and more streamlined biometric entry process. Federal Register
• Frequent travelers, including snowbirds wintering in the U.S., may face delays at crossings like the Ambassador Bridge or Peace Arch, where biometric galleries could be established for efficiency. SSBCrack News
• Health professionals predict a world where meal plans automatically adapt to one's biometric data and daily health fluctuations-creating a continuous loop of personalized wellness. Dxb News Network
• 63% of building managers use AI to detect unusual behaviour and identify potential threats, while 45% rely on AI-powered biometric access controls to regulate entry and prevent unauthorized access. Economy Insights
• Stationary surveillance cameras, bolstered by AI facial recognition, form vast networks in cities like San Francisco and Washington D.C., processing video in real-time for threat identification. The Watchtower
• In a world where cyber threats are ever-present, biometric security is not just a tool-it's a necessity for staying safe and connected. Latest Cybersecurity and Hacking News For You
• In 2025, as cyber threats grow more sophisticated and our lives become increasingly digital, biometric security is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Latest Cybersecurity and Hacking News For You
• Hong Kong plans to expand its surveillance network by installing 60,000 AI-powered facial recognition cameras by 2028, significantly increasing from the current 4,000 under its SmartView crime-fighting programme. Inforrm's Blog

Last updated: 23 November 2025