NUST and NADRA Unite to Propel Biometric Advancements in Pakistan
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In a significant stride towards technological advancement, the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) and NADRA Technologies Limited (NTL) have officially formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This milestone cements their collaboration in the dynamic realms of research, development, and innovation within the field of biometric technologies.
The official ceremony, held at NADRA Headquarters today, marks the commencement of a strategic partnership. Beyond merely advancing biometric technologies, the collaboration is poised to fortify the vital connections between industry and academia.
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NTL, a recognized leader in digital identity solutions, stands out as a premier system integrator, notably through its flagship Pakistan ID stack. With almost two decades of successful operations, NTL has consistently delivered reliable services in e-governance, e-passport, smart identity cards, and civil registration. Its extensive accomplishments have positioned the organization as a trailblazer in digital transformation, garnering recognition both nationally and globally.
NUST, a highly esteemed institution in the realm of computer science in Pakistan, boasts a global ranking of 160 in engineering and technology. Committed to multidisciplinary higher education, research, and innovation, NUST places significant emphasis on industry-academia connections. In this collaboration, NUST brings its expertise to the table, particularly in the areas of Contactless Biometrics and Face Liveness Detection Technologies.
NTL has commended NUST’s cutting-edge initiatives, citing examples such as those undertaken within the National Software Technology Park (NSTP), including the TrueID application. Both entities have expressed a robust interest in further developing this biometric application to enhance advanced services for Pakistani citizens through local technological innovations.
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Expressing mutual eagerness, NTL has conveyed its desire to collaborate with NUST to bolster its knowledge and expertise. The collaborative roadmap includes joint efforts in research and development initiatives encompassing facial recognition, contactless biometrics, e-KYC, Digital Onboarding, Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS), and Automated Biometric Identification System (ABIS), among other cutting-edge areas.
The collaboration between NUST and NADRA Technologies is poised to be a catalyst for local innovation in the burgeoning field of biometric and identity-related technologies in Pakistan. As the partnership unfolds, it holds the promise of not only advancing technological frontiers but also contributing significantly to the nation’s progress in the digital era.
