Mastercard will implement biometric data to pay

The way of paying has evolved significantly worldwide. Mobile payment is increasingly used, thanks to NFC technology. Although credit cards are still the most used in most of Europe and America. One of the most important companies in this sector, Mastercard, now announces a new security measure. Since they are going to implement biometric data to pay.

Mastercard will implement biometric data to pay

Consumers will be able to identify themselves with biometric data. Whether it's fingerprints or facial recognition. They can be used if they pay in Mastercard stores. In addition to implementing biometric options for contactless transactions. So banks that issue company cards should offer biometric identification to users.

Mastercard strengthens security

This decision by the company represents an increase in security. Since it seeks to avoid possible cases of fraud or loss of the card. In addition, the fact that this type of data is already used in technologies such as Apple's Face ID or other phones, have been something that has driven the company. The company itself comments that both consumers and companies will benefit.

In addition, it avoids having to remember keys. Since your fingerprint would be enough to make the payment. One factor that Mastercard has surely taken into account is that consumers are also in favor of this type of technology. Since they prefer to use it to having to remember the password of their card.

With this decision, the company makes clear the pace and direction of the industry. So surely many other companies will join. In addition to being comfortable for users, it is something much safer. At the moment it is not known when it will hit the market.

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