authentication

Authentication is the act of proving an assertion, such as the identity of a computer system user. In contrast with identification, the act of indicating a person or thing's identity, authentication is the process of verifying that identity.

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States Embrace Mobile Driver’s Licenses to Fight Fraud Amid Privacy Scrutiny
States Embrace Mobile Driver’s Licenses to Fight Fraud Amid Privacy Scrutiny
April 09, 2024  |  Identity

In an era dominated by smartphones, the necessity of carrying physical driver’s licenses or ID cards may soon become obsolete. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Intellicheck CEO Envisions a Bank Consortium to Fight ID Fraud
Intellicheck CEO Envisions a Bank Consortium to Fight ID Fraud
April 09, 2024  |  Fraud Prevention

When you read about collaboration in the financial services industry the topic usually centers around banks and FinTechs. But maybe there’s more to that story....

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eSignatures Surge as Public Sector Embraces Faster Document Authentication
eSignatures Surge as Public Sector Embraces Faster Document Authentication
April 08, 2024  |  Authentication

In recent years, the documentation landscape has undergone a significant transformation, propelled by advancements in technology and shifting attitudes toward digitization.  Get the Full Story...

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3DS 2.0 Demands More Attention as Fraud Defense From Issuers and Merchants
3DS 2.0 Demands More Attention as Fraud Defense From Issuers and Merchants
April 08, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

Dewald Nolte, chief strategy officer at Entersekt, said 3-D Secure (3DS), the security protocol that was refreshed seven years ago, is an essential tool in fighting...

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Online Merchants Say Outsourcing Fraud Prevention Impacts Payments Success
Online Merchants Say Outsourcing Fraud Prevention Impacts Payments Success
April 04, 2024  |  Fraud Prevention

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OpenAI Recommends Phaseout of Voice-Based Authentication While Previewing Text-to-Speech Model
OpenAI Recommends Phaseout of Voice-Based Authentication While Previewing Text-to-Speech Model
March 29, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

OpenAI suggested Friday (March 29) that voice-based authentication for accessing bank accounts and other sensitive information should be phased out.  Get the Full Story Complete...

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Retailers Add Tech to Meet Consumer Demand for Biometric Authentication
Retailers Add Tech to Meet Consumer Demand for Biometric Authentication
March 28, 2024  |  Retail

With consumers looking for more frictionless authentication, retailers ranging from Whole Foods to Steak ’n Shake are adding biometric payments. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Amazon Debuts App for Easier Palm Payment Sign-Ups
Amazon Debuts App for Easier Palm Payment Sign-Ups
March 28, 2024  |  Biometrics

Amazon is making it easier for consumers to use its palm payment tool Amazon One. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Sandbox Banking and Plaid Partner on Automated Identity Verification Solutions
Sandbox Banking and Plaid Partner on Automated Identity Verification Solutions
March 27, 2024  |  Identity

Sandbox Banking and Plaid have partnered to offer automated identity verification solutions for the financial services industry.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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