Mexico Mandates Biometric SIM Registration for All Phone Numbers
Summary
Mexico is implementing biometric SIM registration by July 1, 2026, linking all active mobile numbers to biometric government identity via CURP Biométrica, with deadlines for existing and new lines. The system creates a centralized biometric registry connected to telecoms, enabling government-linked identification of calls; privacy and civil liberties concerns are highlighted, including potential risks for vulnerable users and lack of exemptions. The article frames this as part of a global trend toward surveillance and identity enforcement through telecom infrastructure.