Brazil's consumer rights body slams use of biometrics in the social security system
Watchdog urges the government to put plans to procure the technology should be put on hold until security issues around citizen data are solved.
Watchdog urges the government to put plans to procure the technology should be put on hold until security issues around citizen data are solved.
The service is set to launch in November as the government advances plans to increase data interoperability to tackle issues such as benefit fraud.
The company has launched a tendering process to replace its current set up with a new platform with advanced features and high-definition cameras.
A manifesto of 10 previous incumbents warned that drastic reductions in science and technology spending will undermine the country's competitiveness.
The technology is being tested at Rio de Janeiro’s international airport, allowing passenger verification at the gate in less than a second.
Lack of research and government incentives make the country an unfavorable environment for driverless initiatives, a study has found.
The introduction of a unified point of access to government information is expected save millions of reais a year and simplify service provision to citizens.
The TechD program aims to get universities, large companies and startups developing scalable and internationally attractive projects in areas such as healthcare and Internet of Things.
The co-creation facility is aimed at stimulating the development of ideas from employees.
A new control center was launched in Rio to enhance operations of the equipment, intended to boost the country's broadband coverage.