23 April 2019
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The Common Identity Repository system in EU will aggregate the identity and biometric records of both EU as well as non-EU citizens. Image via Pixabay
The EU's new biometric database will will unify personal data on border control, migration and visas
The European Parliament has approved plans to create a massive biometrics database of 350 million EU citizens and visitors. The Common Identity Repository (CIR) is intended to help simplify the role of...
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