Lionel Eddy is an author, activist and independent journalist from London, UK. Eddy specializes in biometrics such as facial recognition technology, CBDC and digital IDs. As a journalist Lionel Eddy writes weekly articles on government policies and current affairs. As an activist he has campaigned against the UK governments proposed mandatory digital ID scheme, stating the policy threatens both privacy and civil liberties. A libertarian Lionel Eddy is a strong advocate for freedom of movement and protection of civil rights including freedom of speech. Eddy opposes state power, nationalism, warfare and authoritarian governments.
Lionel Eddy is an author, activist and independent journalist from London, UK. Eddy specializes in biometrics such as facial recognition technology, CBDC and digital IDs. As a journalist Lionel Eddy writes weekly articles on government policies and current affairs. As an activist he has campaigned against the UK governments proposed mandatory digital ID scheme, stating the policy threatens both privacy and civil liberties. A libertarian Lionel Eddy is a strong advocate for freedom of movement and protection of civil rights including freedom of speech. Eddy opposes state power, nationalism, warfare and authoritarian governments.
The Digital Agenda will provide readers with a better knowledge of the many digital ID systems that are being created and put into use throughout the world, as well as their potential advantages and difficulties, the problems with privacy, security, and interoperability, other policies that would be mentioned is a Central Bank Digital Currency...
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Police in Liverpool employed live facial recognition technology during the football match between Everton and Manchester United.
Merseyside Police announced [1] that they would implement measures around Hill Dickinson Stadium, including visible patrols and plain-clothes officers, in anticipation of the upcoming Premier League match. The police intend to identify individuals sought for serious offenses or under court orders, claiming that the aim is to ensure safety for fans and the general...
Australian state governments are incorporating residents into facial recognition systems, presenting the initiative as an enhancement of convenience.
Australian states have introduced a digital ID system that lets individuals present a driver's licence or passport, which the system authenticates. It then captures a live selfie and compares the image with the photo on the document. Once the verification is successful, users receive a reusable credential for accessing state services online. This...
Northern Ireland is considering the possibility of enabling police to utilize facial recognition technology to create investigative leads through biometric matches, similar to the practices already observed in England and Wales.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland or PSNI has formed an internal Facial Recognition Governance Board to gather insights from live facial recognition initiatives implemented across the UK. Notable programmes under consideration include those carried out by London's...
