Army's new password: 'biometrics'

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The Army is poised to implement biometrics-based security systems to replace existing password-based systems which control access to its computer systems. These biometrics-based security controls identify body parts, voice patterns and even body odors. A headquarters for the Army's new biometric security system is scheduled to open in Arlington, VA, during the week of Jun 26, 2000. A center that will store digital images of soldiers' fingerprints, earlobes and other body characteristics is expected to open by Aug 2000. Officials hope to use biometric identification to foil hackers who mount an average of nine attacks per day against Army computers.

Electronic Computer Manufacturing, General services, Military & Space Computer Sys

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Funeral homes fight for life

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The funeral services industry is appealing to the FTC to apply federal regulations governing their industry to casket discounters and other start-up enterprises in what is referred to as the 'death care industry.' The funeral industry is struggling due to falling profit margins, constant death rates and competition from low cost cremations and online discounters of caskets. Funeral directors say regulations should be imposed to protect consumers. Online retailers, however, say that funeral directors want to stifle competition and maintain their high prices.

Public affairs, Funeral Homes and Funeral Services, Funeral Services

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Black tie sees lots of green

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The tuxedo industry posted $1.4 billion in rentals and sales in 1998, up $300 million or 27% over 1996, according to a biannual survey of retailers by the International Formalwear Association. The whooping increase is due to a spike in the sale and rental of accessories, improved rentals of expensive namebrand tuxedos, and a growing number of high school students. The 365 members of the association claim that they control 85% of the market.

Sales & consumption, Formal Wear and Costume Rental, Formal Wear Rental

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