Mastercard will enable passkeys for payments in India, kicking off a global rollout. A release from the payments giant says the program will debut as a pilot with some of the country’s largest payments providers, including aggregators such as Juspay, Razorpay and PayU, online merchants such as bigbasket and leading banks such as Axis Bank.

Mastercard to launch passkey payments in India, tapping US$255B market

The Philippines’ central bank has cancelled the contract to produce the country’s national digital ID cards, leading to an appeal and arbitration. AllCard Inc. (ACI) had won a contract with Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to supply cards and equipment to produce 116 million PhilID cards for the national ID system, PhilSys. BSP has terminated the contract, citing a failure by ACI to deliver enough of the ID cards to continue. The company refused to comply with valid instructions and failed to provide a comprehensive and realistic plan to catch up on card issuance, GMA News Online reports. It also incurred wastage of nearly 7 percent, for above the 1 percent maximum allowed, according to BSP.

Philippines central bank cancels digital ID card contract with ACI

Idex Biometrics has obtained Visa certification for its Idex Pay biometric payment application, utilizing the Visa Biometric Sensor Standard (VBSS). This certification ensures that the payment system meets the necessary functional and security requirements to operate on the Visa network. The certification process involves comprehensive testing of various parameters, including...

Idex Biometrics secures Visa certification, expands into Indian market

LNW Gaming has recently obtained a patent for the deployment of multiple detection devices at various locations within gaming establishments. These devices are designed to track users’ physical features, such as face biometrics, which will enable identification and age verification of gamblers, and even be used to authenticate payouts.

LNW Gaming patents biometric age verification and authentication

To improve accessibility, digital identity system providers offer their solutions through online marketplaces such as AWS and Azure. Jumio, Bio-key and Trust Stamp have announced the availability their identity authentication systems on the AWS marketplace while iiDENTIFii has introduced its remote face biometrics authentication system on the Microsoft Azure marketplace.

Jumio, Trust Stamp, Bio-key and iiDENTIFii extend reach with marketplace deals

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SCIENTISTS have built a new record-breaking charger that can fully charge a smartphone in under five minutes. Our phones are capable of more tasks than ever. But with a wider library of services comes a greater need for power. Chinese researchers from electronics company Realme have revealed a mega 320W fast charger that can get […]

‘Supersonic’ new battery fully charges phones in less than 5 minutes & users cry out they want that ‘insane speed’ now

Your Android phone is about to get an AI-powered anti-theft upgrade that can keep your personal information safe. In May of this year, Google teased a new Theft Detection Lock tool for Android phones. Expected to debut with Android 15, the feature would sense a device's motion -- such as someone snatching a phone and then running, biking, or driving away -- and immediately lock the screen, Google said.

Your Android phone is getting an anti-theft upgrade, thanks to AI. How it works

There’s been a spike in malware hitting Android phones, and the latest one, called ‘BingoMod,’ might be the scariest yet. This malware can steal money from your accounts and then wipe your phone clean. Using on-device fraud techniques, it can swipe up to $16,000 in one go. And the worst part? This isn’t even the final version—researchers say the creators are working on adding more features to make sure it doesn’t get detected.

Beware of this new Android malware that empties your bank account and clears your device completely

Your Android phone comes with many features that improve the security of your data and device. These can help you find a lost phone, restrict access to specific apps, protect sensitive information, and more. Here are some key security features you should always keep enabled on your smartphone. 1 Set...

7 Android Security Features You Should Be Using

Samsung recently recommended Galaxy smartphone owners update their devices due to a critical security threat. The company’s latest monthly security patch addresses two severe vulnerabilities that have previously been exploited. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the cybersecurity branch of the U.S. government, initially highlighted these vulnerabilities. They have been added to CISA’s official database of known exploited vulnerabilities, and all government officers were given a 21-day maximum to update their software.

Samsung urges Galaxy update following critical security alert

DOZENS of Samsung Galaxy device owners are to receive Android 15, Google's big annual update, this autumn. The software update includes 12 brand new features, as well as improvements to existing processes. Camera boost. Of the total 12 new features, there are two camera and photography updates coming, including:. Low...

Huge Android 15 upgrade with 12 new features coming to Samsung phones soon – check full list to see if you’re eligible

After announcing seven years of OS updates for its Galaxy S24 smartphones earlier this year, Samsung is doing the same for its TVs. If you have a Samsung TV from 2023 or later, the company will provide seven years of free updates for its Tizen OS, Business Korea reports. The updates will first be available for the AI-integrated TVs that launched in March 2024 and some TVs released in 2023. Samsung hasn't announced a list of models or a rollout schedule yet.

Samsung Smart TVs to Get 7 Years of OS Updates

CALIFORNIA is joining the growing list of states that let you add your driver's license to the iPhone. The feature lets you store a driver's license or state ID inside the Apple Wallet app. It means you can present either of them just by showing an iPhone or Apple Watch.

Americans can add driver’s license to iPhone in major upgrade – full list of states with virtual ID and how to add yours

Can’t access the internet while out and about on your Android phone? There’s a good chance a setting misconfiguration is causing the problem. We’ll show you how to fix that and a few other items to restore mobile data connectivity on your phone. Set the Correct SIM...

Mobile Data Not Working on Android? 8 Tips to Try

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The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 features much-improved performance, the latest version of Wear OS, and improved health tracking accuracy. A lot of its features will come to previous Galaxy smartwatches, but what has been improved adds up to a much better device. Pros. Wear OS leading performance. Improved heart rate...

Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 vs. Galaxy Watch 6: Similar software, different hardware

Angelbird announced a new pair of CFexpress Type A memory cards for Sony cameras that are VPG certified, bringing the company into line after it removed its last Type A card from sale earlier this year. In April 2023, Angelbird launched what was the highest capacity CFexpress Type A memory...

Angelbird’s New CFexpress Cards for Sony Cameras Are Properly Verified

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Mercury Direct will provide three zodiac signs with abundance and fortune on August 28. It will help them get back on track and remove their obstacles. The astrological transit will put things for the signs. What’s holding you back from exploiting your potential?

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Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) cards are ubiquitously used to authenticate using a physical token. This technology is often embedded in employee ID cards, enabling physical card identification and a unique ID assigned to the card. A reading device, tied into the automatic controlled locking system, scans these cards to determine whether access should be granted. This access control technology is most often seen on exterior doors to your building (picture: left). This technology is also utilized in other areas, such as entering an employee’s parking lot (picture: bottom-right) or scanning your badge to enter restricted floors in an elevator (picture: top-right). If you wave an ID badge near a scanner and it beeps, it is likely an RFID ID badge.

How Hackers Steal Your RFID Cards

The feature appears to be rolling out widely on all compatible Pixel and Galaxy devices. Google is rolling out barcode and QR code support in Circle to Search. The feature automatically scans barcodes and QR codes and presents a chip that takes you to the result. Circle to Search is...

Circle to Search now automatically scans barcodes and QR codes

Just yesterday, Motorola launched the Edge 50 Neo smartphone with a premium design and a handful of GenAI features. Alongside the new upper-range offering, Motorola also expanded the range of its budget G series smartphones. The latest additions to the series include the Motorola Moto G55 and Moto G35. Both are packed with 50MP primary cameras, fast charging capabilities, and support for 5G networks.

Motorola debuts budget Moto G55 & G35 phones with 50MP cameras

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iDenfy, AuthenticID launch integrated biometric authentication tools

Biometrics and identity verification providers are extending their software to connect different parts of the identity lifecycle, as part of the market’s maturity process. iDenfy and...

iDenfy, AuthenticID launch integrated biometric authentication tools

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