Ken Macon
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Canada’s controversial WEF-backed digital travel ID system is back on the agenda
Many had hoped it had been scrapped.
Big banks plot digital wallets for 2023 release
The push towards a digital economy.
The Philippines pushes digital ID for vulnerable people
The system will soon be part of more aspects of life.
Another company wants hands to be a payment method
By scanning the veins in customers’ palm.
WEF pushes digital battery passports
The technology is expected to come to the US through funding from President Biden’s “Inflation Reduction Act.”
US government scooped up information on money transfers without a warrant
Bulk data collection.
Ukraine shares its CBDC plans with the World Economic Forum
Testing a centrally controlled currency.
US blocked rights groups concerned about biometric AI implications out of AI treaty
Those most concerned about the implications aren’t able to provide any input.
Biden administration faces scrutiny over airport face scans
Major privacy concerns.
India to let banks use biometrics to confirm transactions
Linked to digital ID.
Keyword warrants are challenged in Colorado
Just searching for something can make you a suspect.
The UK considers a digital pound
A move that would bring about more centralized control of currency.