#biometría
This archive collects reporting on the use of physical and behavioral traits to identify people across digital and physical environments, with an emphasis on security implications. It covers data protection debates, identity verification, spoofing risks, and the regulatory landscape shaping adoption across Latin America.
Mexico tightens AML rules and bank biometrics
Mexico expanded anti-money-laundering rules and the CNBV broadened biometric checks in banks, raising risk and traceability demands.
Aug 20, 2026 · 4 min
Brazil's ANPD tightens LGPD enforcement in 2026
Brazil’s ANPD is revising sanction rules and stepping up enforcement in 2026, with action on facial recognition
Aug 20, 2026 · 3 min
BCRA and CNBV tighten bank controls
Argentina updates minimum capital and market risk rules, while Mexico expands biometric validation and cybersecurity controls for banks.
Aug 19, 2026 · 4 min
Mexico tightens bank biometric checks
SHCP and CNBV ordered facial biometrics, biometric CURP and new identity controls, while MTU rules and CONDUSEF penalties raise compliance.
Aug 18, 2026 · 3 min
Mexico Tightens Biometrics, Argentina Updates Payments
Mexico mandates facial biometrics, owned databases and audits. Argentina updates BCRA SINAP 1-248 on the national payments system.
Aug 18, 2026 · 2 min
Brazil ANPD tightens rules on Discord
Discord halted livestreaming, video calls and screen sharing in Brazil after an ANPD order. The probe remains open.
Aug 18, 2026 · 7 min
Mexico Tightens Bank Biometrics and AML Rules
SHCP and CNBV set new deadlines for bank biometrics as Mexico advances AML reforms and raises penalties across the sector.
Aug 16, 2026 · 3 min
ANPD tightens oversight on Discord, LGPD
Brazil’s ANPD moves from guidance to active enforcement, with Discord, Paraná schools and platforms now under closer scrutiny.
Aug 16, 2026 · 4 min
Mexico, Argentina tighten financial controls
Argentina’s BCRA and Mexico’s SHCP and CNBV issued new rules, including biometric verification for banks and updated reporting requirements.
Aug 15, 2026 · 3 min
Mexico issues new anti-money laundering rules
Hacienda updated LFPIORPI rules with risk-based methodology, client classification and transition deadlines through 2027.
Aug 14, 2026 · 2 min
Argentina digital banking fraud rises
Fraud complaints and related amounts rose in Argentina’s banking sector in H1 2026, according to the central bank.
Aug 11, 2026 · 2 min
Mexico Requires Liveness Check for Digital Accounts
Starting July 15, 2026, opening digital accounts in Mexico requires liveness verification and biometric review under CNBV rules.
Jul 19, 2026 · 2 min
Mexico CNBV activates bank multibiometrics
Mexico’s CNBV made multibiometrics mandatory for banks. The rollout starts with fingerprint and face matching, with adjustment deadlines set.
Jul 14, 2026 · 2 min
CNBV Tightens Banking Authentication With Facial Biometrics
Mexico’s CNBV has authorized facial biometrics, in addition to fingerprints
Jul 8, 2026 · 2 min