-- Silver Sponsor and Exhibitor, FaceTec, collaborated with the Education 2.0 Conference Las Vegas Edition, held from April 7–9, 2026, at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, USA. The three-day education conference convened educators, edtech startups, and policymakers to explore developments influencing the future of education. FaceTec’s participation contributed to discussions around secure digital identity and its relevance across modern learning and institutional systems.
FaceTec’s patented, industry-leading 3D Face Verification and reverification software anchors digital identity, creating a chain of trust from user onboarding to ongoing authentication on all modern smart devices and webcams. Its 3D FaceMaps enable trusted remote identity verification, supported by the world’s only persistent spoof bounty program and NIST/iBeta Certified Liveness Detection. As a global standard for 3D Liveness and Face Matching, FaceTec serves millions of users across six continents in sectors including financial services, border security, transportation, blockchain, e-voting, social networks, and online platforms.
Owen McShane, Vice President of Government Relations at FaceTec, brings extensive experience in public service and education. He has served in his current role since August 2024, following over 30 years with the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles, where he progressed from an entry-level Investigator to Deputy Commissioner before retiring in 2024. In addition to his government career, he has been an Adjunct Professor at the University of Albany since 2015, teaching courses on Biometrics, Cybersecurity, and Counterterrorism. He holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice with a minor in sociology from York College of Pennsylvania, along with a master’s degree in public administration and counterterrorism from the University of Albany’s Rockefeller College.
Sharing his perspective on the education conference experience, Owen stated, “It was a great opportunity to meet professionals from a variety of colleges and universities from around the world. The valuable discussions were well worth our participation and attendance.”
FaceTec continues to advance its work in digital identity verification by developing technologies prioritizing security, privacy, and accuracy. Its solutions are designed to support organizations and institutions in implementing reliable identity systems that align with evolving digital and regulatory requirements.
During the Education 2.0 Conference, FaceTec highlighted its biometric identity solutions, including UR Codes®, and engaged attendees in discussions on secure identity verification across digital platforms. The company’s participation emphasized the growing importance of trusted identity systems in education, government, and global digital ecosystems.
About Education 2.0 Conference
The Education 2.0 Conference is a global platform that brings together educators, innovators, and decision-makers to examine developments shaping the future of education. Over three days, the education summit features keynote sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities that support collaboration and knowledge exchange. It addresses key topics such as education accessibility and innovation in learning. Upcoming editions of the education conference are scheduled to take place in Singapore, Dubai, and Las Vegas. For more information, visit www.education2conf.com.
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