Global Scans · Human-Computer Interaction · Weekly Summary

• [New] Edge-case vulnerabilities: Scenarios like SIM swapping, compromised cloud accounts, or poorly implemented biometric safeguards may still expose users (though at rates far lower than with passwords). Windows Forum
• By 2025, biometric processing is expected to be more widespread, with many U.S. airports adopting similar systems to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction. Travel And Tour World
• Voice recognition is predicted to increase the most among all the biometric techniques from USD 10 billion in 2027. Coolest Gadgets
• In 2025, facial recognition systems will incorporate enhanced AI capabilities, enabling greater accuracy under diverse conditions such as varying lighting or partial facial obstructions. Pref-Tech
• EPIC and other oversight groups have long warned that TSA's use of facial recognition - already active at over 80 U.S. airports and slated to expand to more than 400 - risks normalizing biometric surveillance as a condition of travel. EPIC - Electronic Privacy Information Center
• More live facial recognition vans will be rolled out across seven police forces in England to locate suspects for crimes including sexual offences, violent assaults and homicides. BBC News
• By 2025, biometric identification and contactless check-ins are expected to be standard at many U.S. airports. Travel And Tour World
• Kaplan's appointment could signal a new era for biometric tech in the crypto space. vTrader
• From facial recognition in public spaces to predictive policing, the balance between safety and personal freedom will become one of the biggest debates of the decade. Medium
• Mastercard, which will equip its new card with identity theft protection, does not offer biometric metal cards in all its markets. CardRates.com
• The next decade might even bring even more groundbreaking tools: next-generation biometric implants, holographic game replays, AI referees, and augmented reality-enabled personalized fan experiences. Fort Worth Weekly
• 90.5% of the world's top 50 banks are estimated to function with facial and voice recognition by 2030. Research Nester
• Biometric systems are expected to grow at a CAGR of over 9.1% from 2025-2035. Market Business Insights
• 3.5 billion people - nearly half the planet - will join the pay-by-me club by 2030, driving $11.3 billion in revenue for biometric suppliers. BiometricUpdate.com

Last updated: 14 September 2025