ICE and CBP’s Face-Recognition App Can’t Actually Verify Who People Are

February 5, 2026 Dell Cameron, Maddy Varner

ICE has used Mobile Fortify to identify immigrants and citizens alike over 100,000 times, by one estimate. It wasn't built to work like that—and only got approved after DHS abandoned its own privacy rules.

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Loyalty Is Dead in Silicon Valley
Loyalty Is Dead in Silicon Valley

Founders used to be wedded to their companies. Now, anyone can be lured away for the right price.

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9 Great Deals on WIRED-Approved Valentine’s Day Gifts (2026)
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These swoon-worthy deals on WIRED-tested date-night boxes, sex toys, and other gadgets will make your Valen...