"The Implementation and Impact of Face Authentication in Singapore’s Public Services

Singapore is at the forefront of digital transformation, and one of the most prominent technologies shaping its Smart Nation agenda is face authentication. Often confused with broader facial recognition systems used for surveillance, face authentication specifically refers to the use of biometric facial data to verify a person’s identity for secure access to digital services, physical spaces, or government systems. The rapid adoption of this technology in Singapore reflects a broader national strategy of improving convenience, efficiency, and