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business8 days ago•1 min saved

FanDuel and GeoComply Extend Fraud-Prevention Partnership Ahead of Football Season

FanDuel and GeoComply renewed a multi-year fraud-prevention and identity-verification partnership, with GeoComply embedding engineers inside FanDuel’s product and operations teams to deepen geolocation, device intelligence, and real-time fraud detection as FanDuel scales across 26 U.S. markets ahead of football season. The deal maintains billions of player checks with a 99.7% pass rate and 99.999% service availability, continuing FanDuel’s focus on a compliant, high-integrity customer experience, alongside announced extensions with Caesars, DraftKings, and Hard Rock.

via LegalSportsReport|

#business #compliance #fraud-prevention

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Google Rolls Out Selfie-Video Sign-In for Google Accounts

Google now lets users sign into Google accounts using a selfie video as a biometric login option. Set up via My Account > Security & sign-in, and you can complete the process with a computer camera or a phone through a QR code. The system asks you to move your head during verification to prevent impersonation, and your selfie video is stored in encrypted form for future logins with the option to delete it later. The feature is not yet available for Workspace accounts, child accounts, or those enrolled in Google's Advanced Protection Program.

via Engadget|

#biometric-login #google-account #identity-verification

politics1 month ago•5 min saved

Never-Ending Pasta, Endangered Votes: The ID Debate in U.S. Elections

A pundit uses Olive Garden’s new Never-Ending Pasta Pass, which now requires a photo ID, to critique Republican claims that voting is less secure than a restaurant promotion. The piece explains how the SAVE Act would impose strict in-person ID requirements and could disrupt registration, mail voting, and drives, arguing that such ID rules would chill turnout and rely on a false equivalence between dining perks and electoral integrity, while noting some GOP pushback and ongoing debates ahead of midterms.

via 404 Media|

#election-law #identity-verification #misinformation

policy2 months ago•5 min saved

FCC Pushes ID-Linked Phone Plans, Sparking Privacy Alarm

The FCC proposes requiring telecoms to collect extensive personal data from all new and renewing customers—name, physical address, government ID number, and an alternate phone number—before granting service, effectively ending anonymous or burner phone use. The goal is to deter scammers, but privacy advocates warn the rule could harm vulnerable groups and expand surveillance. The proposal invites public comments (deadline June 25) and has drawn strong criticism from privacy groups and industry.

via 404 Media|

#burner-phones #fcc #identity-verification

technology4 months ago•3 min saved

World ID Goes Mainstream with Major App Partnerships

World ID, the identity system from World (co-founded by Sam Altman), is expanding into mainstream apps with integrations from Zoom, DocuSign, Tinder, Okta, Shopify and VanEck, and launching a standalone World ID app. The system uses a three-tier verification (selfie, government ID, iris orb) to confirm real humans and reduce bot/fake interactions as AI agents proliferate. About 17.9 million people have signed up, with ~1.1 million in North America; critics cite security/governance concerns. World plans more orbs in SF/NYC/LA and an orb-on-demand service to broaden access.

via Axios|

#ai #biometrics #identity-verification

technology4 months ago•7 min saved

Tinder Verifies Real Humans Worldwide With World ID Iris Scan

World ID’s iris-scan verification now works on Tinder globally, letting users display a 'real human' badge and receive five free boosts; World is expanding partnerships with Zoom and DocuSign to embed identity checks across platforms amid regulatory privacy concerns, while continuing to push mainstream adoption with about 18 million verifications to date.

via WIRED|

#identity-verification #iris-scan #note-only-five-allowed-extra-tag-will-be-ignored

security1 year ago•8 min saved

US Targets North Korean Cyber Schemes and IT Worker Fraud

The article discusses the widespread issue of North Korean-linked fake IT workers applying for jobs globally, using sophisticated methods like deepfakes and fake identities, costing businesses millions. Companies are adopting enhanced verification techniques, including AI tools and in-person checks, to combat these scams, which are likely to evolve and spread beyond North Korea.

via theregister.com|

#cybersecurity #deepfake-applications #fake-resumes

travel2 years ago•1 min saved

"California DMV's Digital IDs Streamline TSA Screening and Holiday Travel at LAX and SFO Airports"

Travelers with a California license can use the California DMV Wallet app to verify their identity at TSA checkpoints at LAX, eliminating the need to present a physical ID. By scanning a unique QR code, passengers can have their photo matched with their digital ID, allowing for a quick and efficient screening process. This feature is currently available at terminals 3 and 7, and is expected to save time during the holiday rush at LAX.

via KABC-TV|

#california-dmv-wallet #digital-app #identity-verification

human-interest2 years ago•1 min saved

Long-lost British boy miraculously found alive in France after six-year disappearance

Alex Batty, a British teenager who went missing six years ago, has been found alive in France. The 17-year-old was discovered in Revel, outside of Toulouse, after running away from a "spiritual community." He provided his own name and identity to local authorities. Greater Manchester Police are working to verify his claims. Batty had been taken by his estranged mother and grandfather when he was 11 years old and was last seen in Spain. He is now in the care of social services while authorities await contact from his relatives.

via New York Post |

#family-reunion #france #human-interest

technology2 years ago•7 min saved

"Boost Your Digital Security with Two Simple Steps"

Making a few simple changes to your email account can significantly enhance your digital security. Adding an identity verification method and a backup email address or phone number can help protect your accounts from being compromised. The article provides step-by-step instructions for implementing these security upgrades on popular email services like Gmail, Apple Mail, and Outlook/Hotmail. Additionally, it suggests using authentication apps and exploring advanced security options for further protection. While perfection is not necessary, these upgrades can make a big difference in securing your online presence.

via The Washington Post|

#account-recovery #digital-security #email-security

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

"Prioritizing Cybersecurity: Tips, Awareness, and Progress"

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, marking 20 years of collaboration between government and industry to combat security risks and fraud. Despite businesses offering online security training, keeping up with cybercriminals remains challenging. This year's focus includes multi-factor authentication, strong passphrases, software updates, and recognizing/reporting phishing. Digital forensics expert Sean Smith emphasizes that humans are the weakest link in security and advises caution when friending people online, verifying identities, and avoiding connecting with "friends of friends" digitally.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#awareness-month #cybersecurity #digital-forensics

cryptocurrencytechnology3 years ago•2 min saved

Vitalik Buterin's Response to Worldcoin Token Launch Raises Concerns

Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, has responded to the launch of Worldcoin, a human identity verification system, in a long-form essay. Buterin discusses the concept of proof-of-humanity and its importance in solving anti-spam and anti-concentration-of-power problems. He highlights the need for digital verification of humans as AI advances and argues for decentralized governance to avoid capture by wealthy actors. Buterin also addresses concerns regarding privacy, accessibility, centralization, and security. He envisions a hybrid approach to proof of personhood and emphasizes the importance of community accountability. Worldcoin's sign-ups for World ID surpassed 2 million before its launch.

via Cointelegraph|

#cryptocurrencytechnology #decentralization #identity-verification

cryptocurrency3 years ago•2 min saved

Sam Altman's Worldcoin Launches Global Crypto Project with Eye-Scanning Technology

Worldcoin, the eyeball-scanning crypto startup founded by Sam Altman, has launched its services globally to build a reliable solution for distinguishing humans from AI online, enable global democratic processes, and increase economic opportunity. The startup has raised $250 million in funding and is backed by prominent investors. Users can download the World App and visit an Orb, an eyeball-scanning verification device, to receive their World ID. However, the project has faced criticism for exploitative practices in poor countries. Worldcoin aims to fortify incentive strategies, combat bots, and facilitate global democratic governance. The startup is holding 20% of its tokens and has capped the total supply at 10 billion. The maximum circulating supply at launch is 143 million tokens.

via TechCrunch|

#crypto-startup #cryptocurrency #eyeball-scanning

cryptocurrency3 years ago•3 min saved

OpenAI CEO's Worldcoin Crypto Project Raises $115M

Worldcoin, a crypto coin project co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has raised $115 million in Series C funding for its "World ID" system that involves scanning users' eyeballs to establish their unique personhood. The funding was led by Blockchain Capital, Andreessen Horowitz's crypto fund, Bain Capital Crypto, and Distributed Global. Worldcoin's World ID system aims to become the world's largest and most inclusive identity and financial network, built around the Worldcoin token. The company offers a World app for iOS and Android, which allows users to set up their Worldcoin account and access a digital wallet connected to various digital and traditional currencies.

via Ars Technica|

#blockchain-capital #cryptocurrency #eyeball-scanning

technology3 years ago•1 min saved

"Amazon's Palm-Scanning Tech Enables Contactless Age Verification for Alcohol Purchases"

Coors Field, home of the Colorado Rockies, is the first venue to offer Amazon One, a free, contactless technology that allows customers to use the palm of their hand to enter, pay, and verify their age. Customers can enroll at an Amazon One kiosk, upload a selfie and a photo of their ID, and then use their palm to verify their identity, make a payment, or enter the venue in the future. The technology will be used at two bars starting this month.

via FOX 31 Denver|

#amazon-one #contactless-technology #coors-field