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CLEAR to Launch eGate Pilot Program at Select U.S. Airports Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
Public-private partnership aims to drive faster, more secure travel at host city airports across the country at no cost to taxpayersNEW YORK, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CLEAR (NYSE: YOU), the secure identity company, today announced the launch of biometric eGates to help modernize America’s airports ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 games. CLEAR is investing to improve security and the traveler experience at no cost to taxpayers. Automated eGates are designed to provide a scalable, secure
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