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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Ethiopia is set to incorporate Fayda biometric data into its passport application process as part of a broader initiative to enhance the integration of digital identification across both public and private sectors.
Ethiopia’s Immigration and Citizenship Service or ICS has confirmed the integration of [1] the Fayda national digital ID with the passport application system, aiming to enhance the efficiency and integrity of the process. The ICS indicated that this integration aligns with the...
The European Union has progressed in its efforts to introduce a digital euro by 2029, following the endorsement of the proposal by a significant parliamentary committee.
The European Parliament's Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs [1] has approved the proposed draft rules with a vote tally of 43 in favour , 14 against, and one abstention. The Europe of Sovereign Nations political group opposed the proposal, indicating that a subsequent vote may be required at the parliament's plenary...
Sainsbury’s is to roll out facial recognition technology to more than 200 stores by the end of 2026, however Big Brother Watch warns that the new policy exposing millions of law-abiding individuals to significant risks of privacy violations.
The facial recognition technology [1] is now active in 55 stores following a successful trial and is set to be implemented in an additional 150 stores by December 2026. The supermarket reported that the technology has been effective in reducing crime,...
