1. Voter ID requirements Many states in the U.S. have implemented laws that require voters to present specific forms of identification at the polls. These laws vary significantly from state to state, with some requiring photo IDs and others accepting non-photo forms of identification. Each state has its own voter ID laws, with most requiring identification
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Understanding the seven key data protection principles of GDPR
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) sets a high standard for data protection, ensuring personal data is handled responsibly and with respect for individuals’ rights. Both the EU and UK GDPR are based on these seven key principles that guide businesses in managing personal data. Understanding these principles is crucial for businesses to effectively navigate their
Biometric Authentication: Enhancing digital security and compliance management
In today’s digital era, organizations face the dual challenge of securing online transactions while meeting stringent compliance requirements. Biometric Authentication offers a powerful solution for strengthening security, mitigating online threats, and enabling compliance with regulatory requirements. Veriff’s Biometric Authentication matches facial biometrics from a simple selfie against a stored facial biometrics template to confirm that a returning
Understanding Voter ID: What it is, why it’s required, and its impact on UK elections
What is a voter ID? A voter ID is a form of identification required by some jurisdictions to verify a person’s identity before they are allowed to vote in an election. The purpose of a voter ID is to prevent voter fraud by ensuring that each person who casts a vote is who they say they
Biometric methods: Streamlined biometric authentication for seamless operations
Understanding the widespread adoption and importance of biometric methods According to the Biometrics Institute, biometrics refers to the “automated recognition of individuals based on their biological and behavioral characteristics.” Biometrics are a way of measuring a person’s physical characteristics or quantifying their behavior. Each piece of biometric data a person possesses (such as a fingerprint or an iris
Advantages of biometric authentication: Leveraging biometric technology to prevent account takeovers
According to a recent study from Liminal, the average fraud loss associated with a successful Account Takeover (ATO) attack is $6,232. Account takeover fraud attacks can cause irreparable damage to a business. As well as costing huge sums in chargebacks, ATO attacks can also damage the relationship between a business and its customers. Plus, these attacks
Test yourself: Age Estimation tool by Veriff
Veriff developed the tool to showcase how a low-friction AI-powered solution can empower users who want to access age-gated products or services without sharing their identity documents to get an age-check in one click with a selfie. Companies use the Age Estimation tool daily to assess the age of their users as accurately as possible for (internet)
Veriff obtains the latest ISO/IEC 27001 certification
By October 2025 all companies must adhere to the most recent ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard. Previously ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified companies are required to transition to the newer version of the standard within three years after the issuance of the 2022 version. Veriff decided to tackle this challenge ahead of time and started preparing for the transition
Veriff Unveils Video Gaming-Focused Identity Verification Offering
Intro Veriff launches enhanced identity verification capabilities tailored specifically for the video gaming industry. The offering streamlines the identity verification process for gamers, while helping gaming platforms safeguard their users by ensuring that players are only able to access age-appropriate content. Today, there are an estimated 3.24 billion active gamers around the world, and that number is
How ID Verification can be the Game Changer
A free-flowing economy needs money to be readily available. Consumers with access to their money have more choices, more financial freedom and are more likely to make impulse or advertising-inspired purchases. Currently, over 1.2 million Britons and 24.2 million US citizens are unbanked, meaning they don’t have access to bank accounts, debit cards and other everyday financial products. For