Global Scans · Biometrics · Weekly Summary

• [New] In 2026, the industry size of next-gen biometric authentication is assessed at USD 44.9 billion. Research Nester
• [New] Expanding biometric use will help combat trafficking, verify criminal history, deter fraud, and enhance identity management throughout the immigration lifecycle. Erickson Immigration Group
• [New] Facial comparison technology will provide DHS a successful foundation for a biometric exit solution, as well as an improved and more streamlined biometric entry process. Federal Register
• [New] Once viewed with fear and skepticism, airport biometric screenings are now preferred and even expected by global travelers. CNBC
• [New] The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is introducing new rules to protect consumers from online gambling risks, requiring banks and e-wallets to implement strict identity verification, including biometric checks. Mondaq
• Health professionals predict a world where meal plans automatically adapt to one's biometric data and daily health fluctuations-creating a continuous loop of personalized wellness. Dxb News Network
• Frequent travelers, including snowbirds wintering in the U.S., may face delays at crossings like the Ambassador Bridge or Peace Arch, where biometric galleries could be established for efficiency. SSBCrack News
• 63% of building managers use AI to detect unusual behaviour and identify potential threats, while 45% rely on AI-powered biometric access controls to regulate entry and prevent unauthorized access. Economy Insights
• Computer vision systems will monitor worksites in real time by 2028, identifying hazards such as improper PPE use or unsafe body mechanics before incidents occur. Astutis
• Regulatory heat - Biometric data probes in Kenya, EU, and Asia threaten operations. CoinMarketCap
• The downside, from humanity's perspective, is that at both the global intergovernmental level and at the global multinational corporate-network level, there is a firm commitment to install the biometric digital surveillance state that threatens to enslave us all. Unlimited Hangout
• India's transition to continuous cheque clearing, biometric UPI authentication, and expanded digital payment use cases is not just about convenience - it's creating a $907 trillion payment ecosystem by 2030. Medium
• As departments deploy increasingly sophisticated surveillance technology capable of monitoring biometric data from hundreds of meters away, a landmark California lawsuit could reshape the legal boundaries of warrantless aerial surveillance. DroneXL.co

Last updated: 09 November 2025