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...
Sainsbury’s has announced the expansion of facial recognition technology in its UK stores in 2026.
Sainsbury's is set [1] to implement new technology in 5 additional stores, claiming it is part of its efforts to address crime, including anti-social behaviour and theft. The initiative [2] follows a trial that began in September 2025, when the technology was first introduced in 2 stores. Following the positive results from this trial, the supermarket plans to expand this installation in London....
Grocery chain Tesco is trialing new facial recognition technology in January across 40 stores in the UK for 10 weeks.
Tesco shoppers in specific areas of the UK will encounter new security protocols starting Monday 26 January, as the retailer implements a high-tech initiative. This 10-week trial [1] will utilize facial recognition technology across 40 stores across the nation; they believe this would help identify repeat offenders and safeguard staff amid an increase in retail crime.
MyDigital ID is set to play a central role in Malaysian immigration as part of a significant implementation of the government's national digital ID initiative.
