Flying without a Passport: A Future of Efficiency or a Privacy Nightmare?
Abstract
The paper examines the application of biometric recognition (e.g., facial recognition) in airports as a response to the growing demand for efficiency, security, and a "touchless journey." The main focus is on the critical debate surrounding privacy and personal data protection. Biometric data is classified as a "special category" under the GDPR, which imposes rigorous security and consent requirements.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Digitalization
Law
and Regulation
Biometric Identification and Security
Privacy
Security
and Data Protection
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 27 January 2026
- Language
- EN