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France digital ID & biometric banking

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Latest: France expands online identity verification, sparking privacy debate

In early July 2026 French banks announced plans to replace traditional PIN‑based cards with biometric payment cards that verify the holder's fingerprint or facial data. The move was presented as a step toward stronger se