The G2 Weekly Podcast delivers insights into the world of identity and biometrics. Each week, the podcast will cover important developments in the field, making it a valuable resource for professionals in various sectors.

(March 4, 2025 - March 11, 2025)

• Biometric authentication is expanding into new sectors like healthcare, with Amazon leading the way with palm biometric payments.

• Legislative action on age assurance is increasing, as seen with Utah's new bill requiring age checks for app stores, though some consumers are wary of biometric age verification.

• The legal landscape surrounding biometrics is turbulent, particularly concerning BIPA, which continues to be a source of civil litigation.

• Significant investments are being made in cybersecurity and identity management, highlighted by Jamf’s acquisition of Identity Automation and Corsair Capital’s investment in IDNow.

• Digital identity is advancing globally, with Texas launching an mDL program, the Philippines issuing 84 million digital IDs, and the EU progressing with its EES biometric border management system.

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