The Paper Passport Is Dying

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The Paper Passport Is Dying

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Technology@lemmy.worldEnglish · 4 months ago

Smartphones and face recognition are being combined to create new digital travel documents. The paper passport’s days are numbered—despite new privacy risks.

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Right, which is likely why they’re only offered in border states.
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  Nope - they’re available nationally

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