With a career in policing and consultancy, Gavin Burton speaks to us in 2024 about whether existing policies and regulations adequately place responsibility on organisations and governments to implement “reasonable procedures” that help prevent fraud. The conversation also considers the balance between regulatory compliance and the role of modern identity verification technology.
He gives practical advice around how individuals can protect their personal data and recognise the warning signs of fraud.
Biometrics and digital identity tools have also transformed the security of our identities and supported policing and border control. This discussion raises the question of whether officers and verification professionals require additional training alongside technology to accurately assess identity documents, especially when dealing with hybrid physical and digital verification systems.
