Things not so clear for CLEAR

Interestingly enough, I tried to register for Clear this morning on my way out to Vegas. They are rolling out the service in ATL and given the amount I fly, I figured it would be a good investment. The folks at the desk were kind enough to tell me the computer systems were down and that I'd need to come back later.

Upon arrival, I connected to via my EVDO card (no WiFi in Vegas with all the haXors around) and tried to do the online registration (so I could finish up when I get back to ATL). But the application was being upgraded. 

Actually no, the TSA has put the kibosh on Clear while they mop up the mess of a lost laptop. Thanks Breach Blog, now I know what is going on. How about that laptop encryption? I can see the commercial now:

• Cost of laptop encryption: $100 per agent
• Lost revenue from a data breach: $zillions
• Reality that the TSA is putting you in the penalty box for years for violating their trust: Priceless

And for those already in the Clear. You've been pwned! Now the bad guys have your retinal scans and fingerprints. They don't even need to chop your fingers off anymore to beat the biometrics. Actually, I'm kidding, I'm not sure what data was stolen.

It never ends.