Digital Identity

Gaming Platforms Tap Biometrics to Drive Smooth, Secure Microtransactions A satisfying video gaming experience hinges on simple, seamless gameplay, meaning even one clunky microtransaction can prompt consumers to abandon a platform. In the “Digital Identity Tracker®,” done in collaboration with Jumio, Felix Thé of Unity explains how using biometrics to enable smoother identification and payment tools such as digital wallets can help verified gamers make easy in-game purchases without breaking their immersion.

Inside the February/March Tracker

An interview with Felix Thé, vice president of product management for video game software provider Unity, on why implementing robust digital identity verification is crucial for game developers to capture and retain gamers’ attention
The latest headlines from the digital identity ecosystem, including why gaming company Electronic Arts (EA) is seeking to implement new digital identity measures following phishing and ATO attacks and how Twitch is working to protect its platform from money laundering and other malicious activities
PYMNTS Intelligence analyzing how game developers can tap biometrics and other emerging digital identity technologies to protect against rising fraud