TSA introduces CAT-2 facial recognition at PDX for enhanced identity verification and quicker processing.

The TSA has launched Credential Authentication Technology (CAT-2) at Portland International Airport (PDX) to enhance identity verification at security checkpoints. This facial recognition system captures real-time photos of travelers, comparing them to their ID photos, allowing for quicker processing without boarding passes. The optional technology aims to improve security and detect counterfeit IDs while ensuring that captured images are not stored.

October 15, 2024
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