The G2 Weekly Podcast delivers insights into the world of identity and biometrics. Each week, the podcast will cover important developments in the field, making it a valuable resource for professionals in various sectors. (July 16, 2024 – July 23, 2024) This week's G2 Weekly Podcast examines the increasingly important connection between AI, biometrics, and fraud prevention. The podcast, the audio counterpart to the G2 newsletter, focuses on how AI-generated deepfakes are driving interest in biometrics as a defense against fraud, a topic highlighted by the FIDO Alliance. The US government is taking action on digital identity. The podcast will cover the government's transition of the Veteran's Affairs and IRS to Login.gov and ID.me for enhanced identity verification. It will also discuss a controversial US privacy bill undergoing revisions and its potential impact on the industry. From record funding rounds to strategic mergers, the biometrics sector is experiencing a surge in financial activity. This week's podcast will examine BioCatch's impressive 43% year-over-year growth and Pindrop's successful $100 million funding round for deepfake detection technology. Beyond security, the role of digital identity in promoting financial inclusion takes center stage. The podcast will explore the Philippines’ national ID program, Pakistan’s efforts towards a secure digital identity system, and the UK’s new digital identity verification bill. Don't miss out on these and other essential updates by subscribing to the Identity Insights: The G2 Weekly Podcast. Stay informed about the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in identity and biometrics, a critical area for professionals in banking, fintech, insurance, telco, manufacturing, e-commerce, social, and healthcare Credit and appreciation go to Google's NotebookLM for transforming my identity and biometrics newsletter into an AI-powered audio podcast!