The Centre for Information Policy Leadership (“CIPL”) at Hunton Andrews Kurth recently published a report on Enabling Beneficial and Safe Uses of Biometric Technology Through Risk-Based Regulations. The report discusses global laws and regulations related to biometric data and advocates for a risk-based approach to regulation. It highlights the growth of biometric technology applications and their potential societal and economic benefits, while also acknowledging concerns about individual rights and data protection laws focusing on biometric data.
In the report, CIPL explores various use cases of biometric technology in different contexts and sectors, including security, accessibility, and healthcare. These examples serve as the basis for recommendations to lawmakers, policymakers, and regulators. CIPL encourages consistency and accuracy in defining biometric data and related terminology across jurisdictions and industries. It also suggests organizational accountability measures to ensure responsible development and deployment of biometric technologies.
Furthermore, the report proposes the use of collaborative regulatory tools, such as sandboxes, to support the implementation of biometric applications. It advocates for a three-pronged, risk-based approach to regulating biometric technologies. By adopting these recommendations, stakeholders can work towards enabling the beneficial and safe use of biometric technology while also protecting individual rights and privacy.
To read the full report, download it from the provided link.