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Eftpos NZ launches biometric Victa terminals in rollout
Data Protection

Eftpos NZ launches biometric Victa terminals in rollout

Retailers could soon use terminals for age checks and identity verification, as New Zealand gets an early taste of Verifone's biometric rollout.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2026

Global Stories

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Zero Trust drives biometrics in physical access security
Biometrics

Zero Trust drives biometrics in physical access security

The shift could leave sites exposed unless firms match cyber defences with repeated identity checks at doors and restricted rooms.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Last month
Suprema wins AI governance certification for access control
Data Protection

Suprema wins AI governance certification for access control

Independent verification of AI controls may ease procurement checks for biometric access systems in government, healthcare and finance.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2026
Deepfake fraud attacks rise 180% as identity checks fail
Data Protection

Deepfake fraud attacks rise 180% as identity checks fail

Nearly one in 100 failed identity checks now involves deepfake material, as AI-generated fraud threatens banking, payments and online services.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Jul 2026
Fourthline & Veridas merge in identity verification push
Software-as-a-Service

Fourthline & Veridas merge in identity verification push

Demand for digital identity checks is rising as fraud and compliance risks mount, with the merged group spanning more than 50 countries.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
AI now runs parts of cyber attacks, Check Point says
Data Protection

AI now runs parts of cyber attacks, Check Point says

Defenders face shorter patching windows as Check Point says AI can now turn new flaws into working exploits within hours.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026

Stories from Other Regions

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Amazon rolls out Alexa+ in Australia via Early Access
Data Protection

Amazon rolls out Alexa+ in Australia via Early Access

Non-Prime users will face an AUD $29.99 monthly fee once Amazon's upgraded voice assistant moves beyond Early Access in Australia.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Forecourt Eye gives UK sites free crime-reporting access
Data sharing

Forecourt Eye gives UK sites free crime-reporting access

Operators will get one platform for fuel theft, shop crime and police reports as unpaid fuel incidents and staff abuse keep rising.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Incode named Gartner leader for third straight year
Software-as-a-Service

Incode named Gartner leader for third straight year

The ranking reinforces Incode's pitch to banks and platforms seeking faster checks as deepfakes and synthetic identities raise fraud risk.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Aug 2026
Bank of Ireland rolls out revamped mobile banking app
Digital Transformation

Bank of Ireland rolls out revamped mobile banking app

Millions of customers will gain quicker access to payments, card controls and accessibility features as the lender pushes more banking into mobile.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Fri, 31st Jul 2026
Synology launches DVA7400 on-premises surveillance appliance
Data Protection

Synology launches DVA7400 on-premises surveillance appliance

Organisations can analyse up to 100 camera feeds on site as privacy rules and bandwidth limits push surveillance processing away from the cloud.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jul 2026
AEVA calls for tougher connected vehicle data laws
Data Protection

AEVA calls for tougher connected vehicle data laws

Drivers could gain stronger privacy rights as AEVA urges laws to keep connected car data onshore and off by default.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2026
Australian retailers back AI shopping as trust lags
Customer Relationship Management

Australian retailers back AI shopping as trust lags

Australians remain wary of AI at checkout, with 64% uneasy about letting systems buy on their behalf despite rapid retailer investment.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2026
Centegix & Volt link camera alerts to school safety
Data Protection

Centegix & Volt link camera alerts to school safety

Schools could speed responses to threats as existing cameras feed verified alerts into panic systems, without replacing hardware.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2026
Auror launches facial recognition tool in UK stores
Data Protection

Auror launches facial recognition tool in UK stores

Retailers can now flag repeat violent offenders before incidents escalate, as Auror's UK rollout deepens privacy concerns over facial recognition in shops.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Tue, 21st Jul 2026
British Council taps Daon for global identity checks
Software-as-a-Service

British Council taps Daon for global identity checks

Millions of test takers will face tighter checks as the British Council rolls out Daon's facial authentication across its global exams.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026
Sine launches Advanced ID Check for kiosk check-ins
Manufacturing

Sine launches Advanced ID Check for kiosk check-ins

Busy reception desks will no longer need to inspect papers manually, as the kiosk adds timestamped identity checks for compliance-heavy sites.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2026