The Ultimate Guide to Biometrics
A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Biometrics.
What to know about Biometrics
Biometrics is an evolving field focused on using unique biological traits—such as fingerprints, facial patterns, voice, iris, and even behavioral characteristics—to verify and authenticate individuals. As traditional security measures like passwords face increasing challenges, biometrics offers a promising blend of enhanced security and user convenience, gaining traction across sectors including finance, healthcare, government, and eCommerce.
Recent developments highlight biometric technologies being integrated into everyday experiences: from contactless payments and passwordless authentication to seamless remote onboarding and access control. Innovations like facial recognition in airports, voice biometrics for transaction security, and palm vein authentication are transforming how identity verification is conducted, aiming to reduce fraud and improve user experience while raising important considerations about privacy and ethical use.
Readers interested in how biometrics is reshaping digital security, customer interactions, and fraud prevention will find a wide array of insights here. The stories not only cover technological advances but also discuss regulatory, security, and social challenges, providing a comprehensive understanding of biometrics' current impact and its potential to shape secure, efficient, and user-friendly systems in the near future.
Kiwi Biometrics News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Trust Panda opens Auckland YubiKey hub for New Zealand
New Zealand buyers can now get phishing-resistant security keys faster, after a local Auckland stockholding cut import delays for agencies and firms.
Google expands Search Live to New Zealand in AI Mode
Kiwis can now use voice and camera prompts in Google’s AI search tool, which is rolling out across more than 200 countries and territories.
Authsignal unveils palm biometrics terminal for secure ID
Authsignal has launched its innovative Palm Biometrics Identity Experience Terminal, integrating palm biometrics with mobile driver's licenses for secure identity verification.
Cyber Smart Week takes cybersecurity back to basics
Cyber Smart Week, led by CERT NZ, aims to improve cybersecurity and raise awareness of cyber threats in New Zealand.
Ingram's new DaaS offering and your chance to win a HP Omen
Ingram Micro launches new Device-as-a-Service allowing easy, flexible device upgrades. Plus, resellers can win a HP Omen by engaging with Ingram's videos.
Visa carves out security roadmap for consumer payment technologies
The payments industry should now be almost ready to embrace the future of consumer technologies like biometrics, says Visa.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to BiometricsReviews
Expert Columns
Digital identity: How it powers APAC's fintech boom
Global real estate company strengthens MFA security with Inde
Why digital identity is the new perimeter in a zero-trust world
Account Takeover (ATO) fraud: The hidden threat to your business and how to stop it
Building payments that work for everyone: Why diverse teams are the key to secure innovation
The new rules of digital identity in ANZ: KYC & AML trends for 2026
How five digital forces will redefine banking by 2026
Top Fraud Trends and Considerations for 2026
Challenges and solutions in cross-border identity verification
10 cybersecurity tips to survive Cyber Monday
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Biometrics News
3DiVi adds session intelligence to biometric checks
Banks and fintech groups could spot rising rejection rates and hidden attack patterns sooner, with 3DiVi's new layer analysing live biometric sessions.
Australian small firms lack security teams, Zoho says
More than half of small and medium-sized firms in Australia and New Zealand have no dedicated security team, leaving them exposed to cyberattacks.
Getac launches rugged G140 Copilot+ tablet in Australia
Field teams in Australia and New Zealand gain a new Copilot+ option as Getac adds an AMD-powered rugged tablet for harsh environments.
RØDE unveils Sonaura mic tech, wireless gear & software
Production users gain smaller, tougher microphones and dual-channel wireless kit as RØDE expands from capture to editing software.
SITA says fragmented data hinders aviation tech spend
Fragmented information is curbing aviation’s return on a USD $50.8 billion technology bill as delays, AI and security efforts suffer.
Cambodia scam compounds linked to mobile banking fraud
Banks and public bodies in 21 countries face device-takeover fraud that can steal SMS codes, biometric data and funds.
Radiant Logic signs Badge deal for cross-domain access
Enterprises with fragmented identity systems can now avoid forest trusts as the integrated product covers humans and AI agents across domains.
APAC cybercrime rises 12% as synthetic fraud surges
Synthetic identity fraud is emerging as the fastest-growing threat, with more than one in 10 cases now involving false identities.
Fime gains EMVCo recognition for biometric card tests
Fime's EMEA lab wins EMVCo nod to test fingerprint sensors for biometric cards, supporting global roll-out of trusted contactless payments.
TACEO launches shared network for finance, identity, AI
Austrian startup TACEO unveils encrypted shared network to run finance, identity and AI workloads without exposing sensitive data.
Genetec boosts cloud access control with visitor tools
Genetec updates its Security Centre SaaS with unified visitor management, broader intrusion hardware support and facial authentication.
Genetec upgrades Security Centre SaaS for access control
Genetec has upgraded Security Centre SaaS with a unified front desk interface, broader intrusion support and optional facial authentication.
Verified trust boosts conversions, cuts fraud losses
Verified trust leaders see 51% higher sign-ups, 43% less fraud and faster onboarding as AI-era identity moves from static gate to dynamic fabric.
1Kosmos adds identity checks to ServiceNow AI workflows
1Kosmos adds embedded identity checks to ServiceNow AI workflows to curb social engineering in high-risk service desk interactions.
Incode hits iBeta Level 3 with passive selfie liveness
Incode claims first iBeta Level 3 PAD pass for passive selfie liveness on iOS and Android, reporting 0% error rates in testing.
AI scales in APAC finance as tokenisation gains pace
APAC finance firms race to scale AI from pilots to production as tokenisation and blockchain investments signal deeper market overhaul ahead.
Identity management tops 2026 security & IT agenda
Identity management is set to dominate 2026 security agendas as HID research shows rising convergence, biometrics use and privacy scrutiny.
Milestone opens Singapore hub for AI video security
Milestone opens Singapore AI video hub to showcase open-platform security tech as Asia-Pacific market heads for USD $59.54 billion by 2030.