Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16
Australia plans to trial an age-verification system that may include biometrics or govt identification to enforce social media age cut-off.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Digital ID: Govt assures data protection, cyber security will always be under control
Fahmi Fadzil said public need not worry about the implementation of Digital ID as it does not require recording of biometric identifiers.
Fri Dec 01 2023
Early adopters in Mexico lend their eyes to global biometric project
The project's goal is to distinguish people from bots online, while doling out a cryptocurrency bonus as a incentive to participate.
Sun Aug 13 2023
Virgin Galactic set to launch its first commercial rocket plane spaceflight
It aims to collect biometric data, measure cognitive performance and record how certain liquids and solids mix in microgravity conditions.
Thu Jun 29 2023
EU, U.S. to seek stopgap standards for AI - EU tech chief
The European Union's AI Act could be the world's first comprehensive legislation governing the technology.
Wed May 24 2023
'Saudi Visa Bio' biometric app launched in Malaysia, to facilitate pilgrims' registration
The 'Saudi Visa Bio' biometric app launched in Malaysia today will facilitate the registration of Hajj and Umrah pilgrims from Malaysia.
Mon Mar 28 2022
A report on the EU's proposed 'Artificial Intelligence' law focuses on high-risk AI
The EU is in the midst of a reflection on the guidelines and ordinances to adopt in order to regulate the use of artificial intelligence.
Wed Sep 15 2021
Sri Lanka bans 'drunk driving' of elephants in new protection law
Sri Lanka will issue captive elephants with their own biometric identity cards and ban their riders from drinking on the job.
Sun Aug 22 2021
Dubai introduces facial recognition on public transport
The emirate already operates a biometric system using facial recognition at its international airport.
Mon Oct 26 2020
Singapore's world-first face scan plan sparks privacy fears
This biometric check will do away with the need to remember a password or security dongle when performing many everyday tasks.
Mon Oct 19 2020
More than 1,400 Immigration personnel monitoring Sarawak checkpoints
Sarawak Immigration is also intensifying the installation of biometric face recognition system at Kuching International Airport.
Thu Oct 15 2020
Infinitium: Homegrown But Quietly World-Renown Payment Authenticator
Behind-the-scene payment solutions firm Infinitium is powering the next wave of innovation to make your online purchases more secure than ever. We speak to CEO Ho Ching Wee.
Wed Dec 12 2018
AirAsia launches airport facial recognition system, FACES
Low cost carrier AirAsia is on track towards becoming a digital airline with the launch of its Fast Airport Clearance Experience System (FACES).
Tue Feb 06 2018
Australia creates photo ID database to help track terror suspects
The move is fanning privacy concerns among rights groups.
Thu Oct 05 2017
Samsung unveils new Galaxy S8 and S8
Samsung Malaysia Electronics Sdn Bhd has launched its latest smartphones, the Galaxy S8 and S8, which comes equipped with the iris scanner, an enhanced biometric security identification system.
Thu May 04 2017
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024