Alcatraz, a pioneer in facial biometric authentication for physical access control, has announced its membership with the Biometrics Institute. This organization serves as an independent, international entity, connecting a diverse group of biometric users and stakeholders.
Alcatraz is revolutionizing access control by deploying AI-driven facial authentication technologies. Its flagship platform, Rock X, has been adopted at Fortune 100 companies, AI data centers, banks, stadiums, and governmental institutions where security, compliance, and reliability are paramount. The technology emphasizes privacy by integrating opt-in systems, encrypted biometric data, and comprehensive audit capabilities, aligning with stringent data protection laws such as GDPR, CCPA, CPRA, and BIPA.
Global Biometrics Community
The company's joining of the Biometrics Institute is a mark of its dedication to global standards
“As facial authentication becomes the standard for securing physical spaces, we have a responsibility to lead not only in what we build, but in how we build it,” stated Tina D’Agostin, CEO of Alcatraz. She added that the company's joining of the Biometrics Institute is a mark of its dedication to global standards of privacy, transparency, and accountability in biometric technology.
Since its inception in 2001, the Biometrics Institute has played a pivotal role in fostering a community of biometric stakeholders worldwide, with offices in London and Sydney. It organizes international forums that facilitate the exchange of cutting-edge knowledge and practices related to biometric innovations among members and key influencers. The organization's foundation is built on trust and advancing ethical, effective solutions for biometrics.
Multi-Stakeholder Community
The institute boasts a diverse membership list from over 200 organizations across 43 countries, including sectors such as finance, aviation, government, and academia. It also collaborates with international bodies like the United Nations. By joining the institute, Alcatraz reinforces its dedication to ethical practices and privacy innovation in the biometric field, contributing to a worldwide initiative aimed at fostering responsible and transparent biometric systems.
Tina D’Agostin is set to partake in the Biometrics Institute Congress and accompanying events taking place on October 15-16 in London, where she will join global leaders to engage in dialogues about the future direction of biometrics, emphasizing ethics and privacy.
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