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Sept 9–10, 2025 · Miami, Florida

IDEMIA and Tech Duels present two days of critical debate on AI, biometrics, surveillance, and justice technology.

Representing Law Enforcement Agencies Nationwide

Our participants proudly represent a wide range of state and local law enforcement agencies from across the U.S. and Canada.

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Debate Topics

Session 1 (Sept 9)

  • Background Checks: Security vs. Opportunity?
  • Biometrics vs. Eyewitness: Who’s More Reliable?
  • Facial Recognition: Positive ID or Not Ready?

Session 2 (Sept 10)

  • AI in Biometrics: Essential or Black Box?
  • Fingerprint Use: Lawful Leverage or Overreach?
  • National DB: Streamline or Stifle Innovation?

Debate Participants

Session 1 — Sept 9

Team 1

Adrianna Bast

Adrianna Bast

Valerie Fulton

Valerie Fulton

Adrienne Bell

Adrienne Bell

Team 2

Amy Douglas-Homolka

Amy Douglas-Homolka

Charles "Chuck" Murphy

Charles "Chuck" Murphy

Amanda Fetherolf

Amanda Fetherolf

Judges

Matt Ruel

Matt Ruel

Brad Arterburn

Brad Arterburn

Scott Lamp

Scott Lamp

Session 2 — Sept 10

Team 1

Chrystal Davila

Chrystal Davila

Andrew Benner

Andrew Benner

Jaala McClain

Jaala McClain

Team 2

Debra LaRush

Debra LaRush

Karly Ridgell

Karly Ridgell

Daniel Heltemes

Daniel Heltemes

Judges

Kenneth Blue

Kenneth Blue

Katie Casper

Katie Casper

Anthony "Tony" Earles

Anthony "Tony" Earles