Yes, you have heard it right.
At least as far as MasterCard is concerned.
This program is part of MasterCards emphasis on biometrics as a form of security authentication.
The user then takes a selfie through the app and the image is stored in the companys servers.
The user can complete an online purchase as normal.
Then the user can either scan his or her fingerprint or take a short video selfie.
Essentially, a users face takes the place of the traditional password.
This is exactly what Identity Check delivers.
The company is looking at other forms of biometric authentication other than selfies.
source: www.techworm.net
