Forced collection of biometrics for “smart” intercoms rejected in Russia

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Residents cannot be asked to provide data for remote identification via “smart” intercoms; Those who refuse can continue to use magnetic keys. This has been reported telegram channel The Center for Biometric Technologies (CBT) is the operator of the Unified Biometric System (UBS).

“We noticed a sinister scam about “smart” intercoms on Telegram channels. Allegedly, they want to let people in only with biometrics, and will also charge local residents money for entry. <…> First of all, the law prohibits forcing people to sign up for EBS,” the message says.

It is stated that registration with EBS is possible only on a voluntary basis and you must give consent to use any biometric service. The Central Bank also noted that thanks to EBS, Russians have full control over their biometrics, and on the State Services portal everyone can check whether they have their saved data and, if necessary, revoke consent to their use.

“Those who still do not have enough confidence in remote identification continue to use magnetic keys calmly. “Discrimination against citizens who refuse to use biometrics is not allowed,” he emphasized.

In November, Electronic Home users in Moscow will no longer To leave Applications for installing smart video intercoms in homes that allow you to receive video calls on a smartphone, open the door remotely through an application and issue codes for access to the entrance.

Previously a man in Bashkiria at loggerheads with smart intercom.

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