Biometrics Institute continues global dialogue on AI and biometrics and finds “it depends…”
Biometrics Institute members and special guests met for an On the Pulse Conversation to continue the global dialogue on the relationship of artificial intelligence (AI) and biometrics. Building upon discussions held at previous in-person events, the Institute asked over 100 members in this online event to define the relationship between AI and biometrics.
The goal of this dialogue is to create a comprehensive statement that reflects diverse perspectives and arguments. This statement will be presented to members for review at the upcoming Biometrics Institute Congress in London (22-23 October 2024) and Showcase Australia in Canberra (4 December 2024). The final statement will serve as a valuable resource for the Institute’s future communications, fostering greater clarity and understanding around AI and biometrics.
“It is becoming clearer that the question of what is AI and what is biometrics depends very much on the context, potentially breaking down the use of biometrics into processes to determine where AI comes into play” said Isabelle Moeller, CEO of the Biometrics Institute.
There is already consensus that AI is a tool to enhance biometrics. Explaining to the public what the relationship is, remains a challenge as a technical definition given by the International Standards Organisation is unlikely to be the answer. The conversation will continue and we invite our members and other biometrics experts to provide their perspectives and make this more understandable to the general public.
Respected experts from the field that participated in the conversation included:
Dan Bachenheimer, Director, Biometrics Institute
Brett Feldon, Head Digital Identity Group, Biometrics Institute
Martin George, Member Digital Identity Group, Biometrics Institute
Roger Baldwin, Advisory Council Member, Biometrics Institute
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The Biometrics Institute is the independent and impartial international membership organisation for biometric users and other interested parties. It was established in 2001 to promote the responsible and ethical use of biometrics and has offices in London and Sydney.
The member register which represents a global and diverse multi-stakeholder community now lists over 180 membership organisations from 34 countries. It includes banks, airlines, government agencies, biometric experts, privacy experts, suppliers, academics and 14 Observers representing United Nations agencies, IGOs and European Union institutions.
The Biometrics Institute connects the global biometrics community. It shares knowledge with its members and key stakeholders and most importantly, develops good practices and thought leadership for the responsible, ethical and effective use of biometrics.
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