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It’s been a tremendous challenge for airports in the U.S. and around the world: How can they measure up to new standards in traveler screening and security, without creating delays – and escalating passenger dissatisfaction? Fortunately, technology is stepping in. https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/life-on-the-fast-lane/
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Your fingerprints, your iris, even the shape of your ear are unique and can be used to identify you. But beyond their unique properties, they contain no information about you - who you are, what groups you belong to, what you have been give access to. Biometrics are best used to strengthen existing methods of identity management. https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/biometrics-and-identity-management/
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The field of biometrics is a polarizing and controversial topic, with multiple voices debating the advantages and merits of the technology. Many of the discussions have focused on hypothetical, deeply technical and philosophical issues. Is iris scanning better than hand geometry? Will people ever get over the social stigma of getting their finger prints taken? Are central government databases of everyone’s biometric data a prelude to the worst kind of Orwellian dystopia? https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/pros-and-cons-of-biometrics/
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Biometric systems are entering the mainstream of security and access control as the technology improves and system costs come down. All security applications are challenging, and one of the toughest environments is correctional facilities where you can find a large population of people who have time on their hands and mischief on their minds. Some, perhaps, with experience defeating security systems. https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/prison-pulls-plug-on-fingerprint-lock/
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Biometric identification offers a powerful way to recognize you as being you. Just present your finger, face, or other recognizable feature to enter a building, get money from an ATM, or sign for a credit card purchase. But could someone cut off your finger to steal this identity? That is just what happened to K Kumaran of Subang Jaya in Malaysia https://futurelab.assaabloy.com/en/carjackers-take-mans-fingertip/
