This annual event provides an independent and impartial forum for the multitude of players managing identities along the end-to-end border and travel continuum. This year we are absolutely delighted to be partnering with the OSCE.  This gathering will be held at their headquarters, The Hofburg in Vienna and this partnership will bring a whole new... Read more »

The US online conference ran earlier this week with a record attendance. The first day started with fascinating speakers on government biometric services, advances in facial comparison standards, privacy by design, immigration and identity strategy, contactless fingerprints and a great panel exploration on the future of biometrics. Day two continued the amazing presentations with insights... Read more »

Speakers DATE 26 and 27 April 2022 LOCATION Brussels ABOUT THE EVENT As some of us are coming out of lockdown, other countries are still very much impacted by the pandemic. Some of us probably have experienced what international travel looks like raising questions about the proof of health status or how to keep queues... Read more »

DATE 25 May 2022 LOCATION Hotel Realm, Canberra ABOUT THE EVENT Showcase Australia provides a unique and effective platform to connect biometric users from key government agencies with technology providers to share experiences that will help shape the future of the biometrics industry. The event will provide updates on biometric projects and discuss important topics... Read more »

DATE 22 June 2022 LOCATION Washington DC ABOUT THE EVENT The Biometrics Institute community believes in the merit of responsible and ethical use of biometric technology. Some real world examples of irresponsible or unethical use of the technology do exist, however, and have the potential to erode public trust in biometrics.  We have a wealth... Read more »

DATE 30 November 2022 LOCATION Hyatt Hotel, Canberra  ABOUT THE EVENT The Biometrics Institute's mission is to promote the responsible and ethical use of biometric technology. Transparency and explainability are critical to strengthen public trust in the use of biometrics. Following our US Discussion Day in Washington DC on the 22 June 2022, we are... Read more »

DATE 20-21 April 2023 LOCATION Renaissance Hotel, Brussels ABOUT THE EVENT ID@Borders Conference is the annual gathering for the Biometrics Institute Borders User Group (BUG), European institutions and our biometrics community. It will be an excellent opportunity for border experts to meet in an independent environment to discuss border developments in an off-the-record style event.... Read more »

DATE 24-25 May 2023 Please note the Biometric Vulnerabilities Workshop, 8:30-12:30, 26 May 2023, Sydney LOCATION Dockside, Sydney ABOUT THE EVENT Now in its 20th year, our Asia-Pacific Conference continues to bring together biometric users from key government agencies, commercial organisations and technology providers to share ideas and discuss the opportunities biometrics offer and its... Read more »

DATE 21 June 2023 TIME 9:30 - 17:00 LOCATION Mary Gates Center, Alexandria near Washington DC, US ABOUT THE EVENT As biometric technology continues to improve and take up increases, we need to discuss how the human and the machine can work in partnership to optimise synergy. A human-first approach is critical. The Biometrics Institute... Read more »

DATE 29 November 2023 TIME 8:30am with registration and finishing around 5:00pm. ABOUT THE EVENT This year's theme will be about preparing for a responsible future of biometrics, how it intersects with artificial intelligence, and what the implications are for privacy and data protection. The Biometrics Institute facilitates important discussions for its members and key... Read more »

DATE 18-19 April 2024 LOCATION Hotel Kamp, Helsinki, Finland ABOUT THE EVENT The ID@Borders Conference is the annual gathering for the Biometrics Institute Borders User Group (BUG), European institutions and our biometrics community. It is an excellent opportunity for border experts to meet in an independent environment to discuss border developments.  The Biometrics Institute provides... Read more »

DATE 22-23 May 2024 LOCATION Dockside, Sydney ABOUT THE EVENT Now in its 22nd year, our Asia-Pacific Conference continues to bring together biometric users from key government agencies, commercial organisations and technology providers to share ideas and discuss the opportunities biometrics offer and its implementational challenges. This two-day event provides an amazing networking opportunity, and... Read more »

DATE 20 June 2024 LOCATION Mary Gates Center, Alexandria near Washington DC, USA ABOUT THE EVENT The Biometrics Institute provides an independent and trusted platform for balanced discussion about the responsible, ethical and effective use of biometrics. This year we are taking these conversations further seeking to create even more interaction that leads us to... Read more »

DATE 4 December 2024 ABOUT THE EVENT The Biometrics Institute provides a platform for rich, balanced and trusted conversations. View our Statement of Trusted Conversations to understand what makes our events unique. For example, the event will be held under Chatham House Rule and will be off-the-record (no media) to facilitate open dialogue between our members and... Read more »