Since 2004, nonresidents traveling internationally have been required to allow airport personnel to scan their two index fingers at airports as part of a program called US-VISIT. But now, foreign travelers will be asked to scan all 10 fingers, an enhancement the U.S. Department of Homeland Security hopes will help officials more closely monitor watch lists of suspected terrorists, criminals and immigration violators. By the end of the year, the devices are expected to be up and running in all of the nation’s international airports, as well as seaports and border points.
Wow, travelling by plane is already becoming more and more of a hassle, especially with all the stupid regulations concerning liquids, but USA is now really treating anyone entering their country like a potential criminal. But surely this will help make the world a better place…
