Use of artificial intelligence for biometric identification under EU Regulation No. 2024/1689

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  • Rrezart Bushati
  • Emanuela Furramani

Abstract

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) brings both innovations and advantages, but it also poses risks, particularly when applied within the criminal justice system. To ensure that technology does not undermine fundamental rights and freedoms, criminal law must adapt to these new technological advancements. One area of concern is the application of biometric identification technology during the investigation phase or the criminal procedure. In June 2024, the European Union adopted Regulation No. 2024/1689 on Artificial Intelligence, focusing on the protection of human rights. This regulation amends previous laws regarding artificial intelligence and establishes harmonized rules. It prohibits the marketing, deployment, or use of artificial intelligence systems for predictive policing and crime risk analysis, as well as the placing on the market, putting into service, or use of artificial intelligence systems that are manipulative or deceptive, and at the same time limits the use of artificial intelligence for biometric identification.

Keywords:

Artificial intelligence, biometric identification, fundamental rights, European Union, criminal justice

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Published

2025-12-01

How to Cite

Bushati, R., & Furramani, E. (2025). Use of artificial intelligence for biometric identification under EU Regulation No. 2024/1689. Optime, 17(2), 168–172. Retrieved from https://www.albanica.al/optime/article/view/9389

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Vëll. 17 No. 2 (2025): Optime

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Social Sciences

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