Anviz Hit With Biometric Suit Over Face-Scan Timekeeping System

Anviz Global Inc. collected and stored the face scans of Illinois residents through its biometric timekeeping system in violation of the state’s Biometric Information Privacy Act, a proposed federal class action said.

Keesha Steptour alleged that Anviz collected her face scans when she clocked into and out of work while she was employed for a company that used an Anviz timekeeping system.

Anviz didn’t provide her with information about its data collection practices as required under BIPA, and didn’t obtain her written consent before collecting the biometric information and identifiers associated with her facial image, according to a complaint filed ...