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.

(February 18, 2025 - February 25, 2025)

• Age assurance is gaining global momentum with governments seeking stronger online protections for minors, as regulators assess solutions and the EU Data Protection Board issues guiding principles.

• The identity industry is being reshaped by mergers and acquisitions, such as LexisNexis Risk Solutions acquiring IDVerse, while innovation in voice biometrics is boosted by funding for Illuma.

• Frictionless travel is accelerating through biometric passenger processing, exemplified by IATA’s One ID trial cutting airport processing times by 40%, though privacy concerns remain.

• Biometric authentication is rapidly expanding across sectors, enhancing fraud detection and security, but new regulations and ethical concerns are also emerging.

• AI-driven fraud and deepfake threats are intensifying, requiring organizations to reinforce biometric security and implement multi-layered fraud prevention strategies.

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