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PKD Primer
PKD Primer

How will MRTDs be validated at foreign borders. Here is an easy-to-read primer on ICAO’s Public Key Directory

What is missing for interoperability of eServices
What is missing for interoperability of eServices

A superb white paper from Gemalto exploring the subject of eID card interoperability and eServices

Solving Border Management with Biometrics
Solving Border Management with Biometrics

The rise of biometrics in border management is discussed in this highly-topical white paper from SITA.

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01/07/09

Another twist for UK ID scheme


UK Home Secretary rules out making ID cards compulsory for British citizens

01/07/09

Deadline passes for new EU passports


The EU regulation requiring all EU states to begin the process of issuing new passports containing facial images and fingerprints has come into force.

30/06/09

Common rules outlined for European visas


Council of Europe adopts common rules on procedures and conditions for issuing short stay visas.

30/06/09

Steria inks IPS deal


CSC selects Steria to provide BPO services for UK IPS contract

29/06/09

TSSI launches ID checker


TSSI has unveiled its latest software offering, Validate, the pre-employment ID checker.

29/06/09

Saudi biometric visa procurement begins


Saudi Arabia has announced plans to introduce a biometric visa system that will include fingerprint and full face digital photography.

25/06/09

FOKUS project to examine next generation ID


Sagem Orga has commissioned Fraunhofer FOKUS to carry out an identity management project.

24/06/09

Contactless revenues to hit US$2.35 billion by 2015


GIA says global contactless smart cards market could pass the US$2.35 billion mark by 2015.
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