Biometric Systems News

New MegaMatcher Accelerator will match up to 20 million fingerprints per second running on a simple PC

Neurotechnology has released MegaMatcher Accelerator 2.0, a packaged hardware and software solution for high-volume, high-speed fingerprint identification. MegaMatcher Accelerator 2.0 is now available in Standard and Extended versions, offering a greater range of platform configurations for different biometric solutions. The Extended Version

VeriFinger fingerprint verification engine selected for Poland's new biometric passport system

Neurotechnology has announced that VeriFinger has been selected as the fingerprint verification engine for Poland’s new biometric passport system. Now implemented in more than 130 passport offices throughout the country, VeriFinger provides reliable 1:1 fingerprint verification at each stage of the passport application, generation and issuance proc

HRS works with OmniPerception and BAE Systems to develop further applications for 3D facial recognition technology

BAE Systems has drafted in Human Recognition Systems (HRS) to help ‘fast forward’ 3D facial recognition technology that will vastly improve security in train stations and airports. The project will ultimately help police and security professionals to identify suspects on CCTV as they move quickly through public spaces, read their lip and speech pat

Security Systems Technology installs biometric hand scanning terminals at Heathrow hospitality lounges

Security Systems Technology (SST) are offering a biometric time & attendance (TNA) solution that can operate on a standalone basis or fully networked (LAN/WAN). The product allows live multiple-site integration and is particularly suited to applications in the leisure sectors. The TNA system has recently been installed at London Heathrow Airpor

Axway's global initiative addresses identity security and PKI requirements of governments and enterprises

Identity management’s rapid growth is driven by the need to manage complex identity validation and security needs in sectors like defence, healthcare, finance and human services. Presently, technologies the initiative supports – like ID cards with embedded chips, mobile devices and biometrics – are used increasingly to minimise fraud, identity the

OmniPerception teams up with BAE Systems to conduct research into biometric recognition technology

OmniPerception has teamed up with BAE Systems to conduct cutting edge research into the development of biometric recognition technology. The project which started last year is part of BAE Systems’ Investment In Innovation (I3) programme, set up two years ago to encourage and support innovative small and medium sized enterprises in the developme

TRU650 Biometric Access Control System receives Lenel factory certification

Integrated Biometrics' TRU650 Biometric Access Control System (BACS) secures physical access to enterprise environments with a centralized database providing real-time control and record of activity. Integrated Biometrics has announced that its TRU650 fingerprint biometric access control solution has received Lenel factory certification. As p

MFlow automated exit lanes system manages passenger flow at Newcastle International Airport

Human Recognition Systems has won a contract with Newcastle International Airport to deliver the MFlow automated exit lanes system to manage passenger flow. The scheme will monitor the exit routes from the international and domestic baggage collection areas, significantly enhancing service, security and efficiency at the airport – which was used by

Sagem Wireless partners with UPEK to bring fingerprint identity capabilities to mobile devices

Mobile operators, device manufacturers and application developers need identity management tools that are both convenient and secure to support the growth of mobile services such as application marketplaces, m-banking, m-commerce, mobile enterprise applications, and mobile productivity tools. Sagem Wireless has formed a partnership with UPEK

Combining SSO with strong authentication devices provides two-factor authentication for improved security

Technology has evolved to address the challenges of the modern business market. Mobile working and round-the-clock communication have tested information security, as has the need to lock down data from the inside-out. Securing the firewall was previously top of the CISO agenda, but today, securing internal access to applications by employees is equ