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Solar streetlights with embedded AI offer greener data solution
Smart Cities

Solar streetlights with embedded AI offer greener data solution

UK company Conflow Power launches solar streetlights with embedded AI, cutting energy use and emissions linked to global AI data centres.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025
UK firms warned of legal risk as AI adoption outpaces policy
Surveillance

UK firms warned of legal risk as AI adoption outpaces policy

UK firms face legal risks as AI use surges, with experts urging urgent adoption of clear policies to prevent discrimination and data breaches.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Why ECCTA ID verification could be a liability trap for law firms
Data Protection

Why ECCTA ID verification could be a liability trap for law firms

ECCTA's mandatory ID verification poses major compliance and liability risks for UK law firms, with millions facing deadlines to avoid fines and penalties.

By Alan Hughes • 5 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Fraud protection now a top priority for UK bank customers
Surveillance

Fraud protection now a top priority for UK bank customers

A FICO survey reveals 70% of UK consumers rank fraud protection as a top priority when choosing banks, reflecting rising security concerns.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2025

Global Stories

Facial recognition stories

Challenges and solutions in cross-border identity verification
Data Protection

Challenges and solutions in cross-border identity verification

As cross-border payments soar towards USD $1 quadrillion, businesses race to tackle identity fraud with AI, biometrics and smarter data.

By Edmund Ng • 6 min read • Tue, 23rd Dec 2025
AI, online growth drive 5% rise in Aussie Xmas spend
Data Protection

AI, online growth drive 5% rise in Aussie Xmas spend

AI tools and online deals help drive a 5% rise in Australian Christmas retail spending, with discount and department stores surging.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd Dec 2025
Suprema BioStation 3 sets record as facial ID demand soars
Data Protection

Suprema BioStation 3 sets record as facial ID demand soars

Suprema's BioStation 3 facial ID terminal is on course for record annual global sales as demand for AI-driven access control accelerates.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
3DiVi maps global facial recognition trends to 2026
Data Protection

3DiVi maps global facial recognition trends to 2026

3DiVi's 2026 report charts facial recognition's shift into core digital identity, mapping tech, regional maturity and policy risks worldwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Dec 2025
Australia under-16 social media ban sparks backlash
Data Protection

Australia under-16 social media ban sparks backlash

Australia's under-16 social media ban faces mounting criticism amid doubts over age checks, privacy risks and the impact on advertisers.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2025
How AI face recognition leads theft investigation in retail stores
Surveillance

How AI face recognition leads theft investigation in retail stores

AI face recognition is transforming retail theft investigations by detecting offenders early, tracking suspects, aiding police, and preventing future losses.

By Leonid Leshukov • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Edge or server? Choosing the best facial recognition architecture for access control systems
Surveillance

Edge or server? Choosing the best facial recognition architecture for access control systems

Choosing between edge and server facial recognition architectures hinges on balancing performance, security, and connectivity for effective access control.

By Leonid Leshukov • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Hands-on Review: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI

Acer's Predator Helios Neo 16S AI is a powerful 16-inch gaming laptop with Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU, Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti GPU, and a vivid 240Hz OLED display.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
NEXCOM unveils advanced AI & edge hardware for industry sectors
Robotics

NEXCOM unveils advanced AI & edge hardware for industry sectors

NEXCOM unveils advanced AI and edge computing hardware for smart retail, agriculture, robotics, and industrial sectors at Embedded World North America 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Facial recognition stories

Why the future of healthcare depends on the infrastructure no one sees
Surveillance

Why the future of healthcare depends on the infrastructure no one sees

New Zealand's healthcare relies on unseen digital infrastructure; upgrading IT systems and design could save clinicians time and enhance patient care amid rising demands.

By Ralf Donkers • 5 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
Exclusive: Synology's Thachawan Chinchanakarn on 2025 risks
Virtualisation

Exclusive: Synology's Thachawan Chinchanakarn on 2025 risks

Nearly 90% of Southeast Asian firms invest in digital transformation, yet many face cyber risks and data management challenges amid budget and expertise gaps.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025
HID unveils facial recognition readers to secure smart buildings
Data Protection

HID unveils facial recognition readers to secure smart buildings

HID has launched Amico facial recognition readers for smart buildings in Southeast Asia, enhancing secure, contactless access with digital identity integration.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Kmart found to have breached privacy with facial recognition use
Data Protection

Kmart found to have breached privacy with facial recognition use

Kmart breached Australian privacy laws by using facial recognition in 28 stores without proper consent, collecting biometric data to tackle refund fraud.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Tue, 21st Oct 2025