Latest news with #biometricauthentication
Android Authority
31-07-2025
- Android Authority
Google will soon fix a security loophole in Chrome's password autofill
Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google Chrome on Android will let you require biometric authentication before autofilling passwords, adding a much-needed layer of security. This feature closes a loophole, as the existing biometric protection for autofill in Google Password Manager currently only applies to apps, not the browser. A newly discovered setting explicitly states this protection is 'coming soon to Chrome,' finally preventing password autofill without user verification. Manually entering passwords is a pain, which is why many people use autofill services bundled with password managers to save time. For better security, you should require biometric authentication before autofilling passwords. This prevents thieves who steal your phone from signing into accounts that aren't already logged in. Unfortunately, Google Chrome on Android currently autofills passwords without any form of authentication, but that will soon change. If you use Google Password Manager, you may have noticed the 'Authenticate with biometrics before filling passwords' option under Settings > Google > Autofill with Google > Preferences. As its name implies, this setting prevents Google Password Manager from autofilling passwords until you verify your identity with your face or fingerprint. Unfortunately, this protection only applies to apps and doesn't work in web browsers like Google Chrome, even though Chrome uses the same autofill service by default. Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority Fortunately, Google is finally addressing this long-standing oversight. Telegram user Micha told us the 'authenticate with biometrics before filling passwords' option has disappeared from their Autofill with Google preferences. Instead, they now see a new 'Verify it's you to autofill passwords' option at the bottom of Google Password Manager's main settings page. Although the toggle has been relocated and renamed, it provides the same protection. However, its new description contains a promising detail: 'For added protection, always use your fingerprint, face, or other screen lock when you sign in using autofill (coming soon to Chrome)' My colleague Hadlee Simons also has this new toggle, so he shared the following screenshot with me: Hadlee Simons / Android Authority This description confirms that Chrome will soon require your fingerprint, face, or screen lock to autofill passwords. While it's unclear whether this single setting will apply to Chrome or if the browser will get its own toggle, this is a much-needed security improvement. Back in October, we reported that Google Chrome would block password autofills if your phone is stolen. That protection builds on Android's Identity Check feature, which forces biometric authentication when your phone is in an untrusted location. While Google has yet to integrate Identity Check into Chrome, the new toggle we've spotted seems to enable a broader protection that applies regardless of your phone's location. Follow
GSM Arena
14-07-2025
- GSM Arena
Report: Chinese Android makers are testing under-display selfie cameras with 3D facial recognition
3D facial recognition hardware is a luxury in today's smartphone market, with Apple being the only major player to offer Face ID on its iPhones persistently. According to a new report, several Chinese smartphone makers are internally testing devices with under-screen cameras and 3D face recognition. The report comes from tipster Digital Chat Station and suggests that we may soon see the first crop of devices with the 'invisible' selfie cameras for biometric authentication. No specific maker or model was mentioned for now. While iPhones have had 3D face recognition for a while, it is still a rarity on Android devices. Honor is one of the only makers to offer the feature, with the Magic7 Pro being the most recent example. We've also seen several Android devices with under-display (UD) selfie cameras, mainly from the ZTE nubia lineup - the Z70S Ultra being one recent example. What we haven't seen yet is a device that has both 3D face scanning and a UD camera, so it would be interesting to see how this tech develops and which brand will release the first device combining both features. Source (in Chinese)
Finextra
11-07-2025
- Business
- Finextra
Prometeo and Jumio form alliance on identity and account validation in LatAm
Prometeo, the leading fintech company specializing in the development of technology infrastructure, and Jumio, the leader in AI-powered identity intelligence anchored in biometric authentication, automation and data-driven insights, have announced a strategic alliance that combines the best of their technologies. 0 This content is provided by an external author without editing by Finextra. It expresses the views and opinions of the author. Together, they offer a more robust and secure solution for identity authentication and bank account validation across the region. This integration provides fintechs, digital banks, payment gateways, online gaming platforms, and e-commerce companies, among other sectors, with access to a unified solution that simplifies key processes such as user onboarding and payment reconciliation. By combining identity verification and account validation into a single access point, it becomes possible to reduce operational times, prevent fraud, and deliver a faster and more secure user experience. 'This alliance allows us to offer stronger bank account validation, a key element in any authentication process. We're no longer just confirming whether an account exists — we're also verifying who's behind it, which redefines how fintechs and digital companies build fast and efficient onboarding processes,' said Roberto Gaudelli, commercial director at Prometeo. 'We're proud to reach this milestone, which adds an extra layer of security and trust for our clients.' This collaboration represents a significant step forward for the financial ecosystem: a modular, integrated solution that addresses real challenges in digital onboarding. Through a single flow, organizations in Latin America will be able to verify that an account truly belongs to the applicant and validate their identity using biometrics. This translates into faster processes, higher conversion rates, and compliance with Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards. 'Connecting our best-in-class biometric verification technology with the largest banking network in Latin America not only delivers a more complete solution to the market, it also raises the bar for security and efficiency. This alliance integrates advanced AI capabilities, data analytics, and user behavior interpretation, elements that truly make a difference and allow us to offer a robust, intelligent solution designed to tackle one of the region's biggest challenges,' said Pilar Pereira, strategic alliances manager for Latin America at Jumio. Key benefits of the alliance include: • Simultaneous identity and bank account verification in a single flow. • Reduced fraud risk and improved detection of suspicious activity. • Compliance with local and international regulations. • Scalable, agile solution adaptable to organizations of all sizes. By joining forces, Prometeo and Jumio are raising the bar for verification in Latin America and setting a new regional benchmark. This alliance strengthens business models that demand agility, security, and scalability, benefiting clients who seek robust, efficient, and frictionless user experiences.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Verified Clinical Trials Launches in Japan in Partnership with Medical Revolutions Japan (MRJ) and JACIC to Prevent Duplicate and Professional Subjects in Clinical Trials
TOKYO & GARDEN CITY, N.Y., July 08, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Verified Clinical Trials (VCT), the global leader in clinical trial subject registry solutions, has officially launched operations in Japan through a collaboration with Medical Revolutions Japan (MRJ) and the Japan Association of Contract Institutes for Clinical Pharmacology (JACIC) to address the growing global challenge of duplicate and professional research subjects in clinical trials. For the past thirty years, Japan's only system for preventing duplicate subject registration was developed by JACIC and used across Phase 1 studies. However, a recent review concluded that the system requires substantial modernization to meet international standards and support the growing number of global clinical trials. In addition, duplicate subjects in clinical trials have become a growing concern in Phase II and Phase III trials as well. After extensive evaluation, the VCT platform—widely adopted as the global standard—was selected as the best solution and replacement. With the support of MRJ, which was commissioned by JACIC to assist with domestic implementation, Verified Clinical Trials has begun initiating sites in Japan, with additional sites expected to join in the coming weeks and months. These sites will benefit from the biometric capabilities of the VCT system, offering a higher level of subject authentication and protocol compliance. This rollout will include sites conducting Phase I through Phase IV clinical trials. "Given the sophisticated functionality and biometric identification capability of the VCT system, as well as its proven match for other Asian countries," a representative of MRJ commented, "I believe it is destined to become the new Japan standard for duplicate subject registration prevention." Verified Clinical Trials brings to Japan a cross-sponsor, cross-therapeutic area subject registry already in use in up to 40 countries. The platform not only detects but also prevents duplicate subjects and other protocol violations at the time of screening—and maintains protections throughout the entire duration of the trial. "We're honored to bring VCT to Japan as part of a shared mission to raise the standard of subject protection and trial integrity," said Mitchell Efros, MD, President and CEO of Verified Clinical Trials. "No clinical trial or geography is immune to the challenge of duplicate subjects—it's a global phenomenon. Our system provides an effective, scalable solution." "By introducing VCT in Japan, sponsors gain a real-time tool to proactively manage protocol risk and ensure only qualified participants are enrolled," added Kerri Weingard, ANP, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Verified Clinical Trials. "This launch represents our commitment to regulatory excellence and regional partnership across the APAC region," said Eve Hsu, Global Regulatory Director at Verified Clinical Trials. "With dedicated team members based throughout APAC, we're well-positioned to support sites and sponsors locally and help elevate clinical trial quality and compliance across the region." The VCT system was co-founded by Mitchell Efros, MD, and Kerri Weingard, ANP, both experienced clinical researchers who developed the registry to address long-standing challenges in subject eligibility, data quality, and compliance. About Verified Clinical Trials (VCT)Verified Clinical Trials is the world's largest research subject database registry designed to detect and prevent duplicate and professional subjects in clinical trials. VCT fills a critical gap in the clinical research industry by providing insight into a research subject's past trial participation. This enables better subject selection and helps ensure successful clinical trial execution. Active in up to 40 countries, VCT supports sponsors, CROs, and research sites across all trial phases and therapeutic areas, enhancing data quality, subject safety, and protocol compliance. About Medical Revolutions Japan (MRJ)Medical Revolutions Japan is a clinical trial consultancy managed and staffed by industry experts with long and rich experience in all facets of clinical development and research in the Japanese market. Founded in 2024 as an affiliate of Keikokai Medical Corporation, a longstanding clinical research unit operator in Tokyo, MRJ is currently expanding its global client base and working to connect both international and local players to help the domestic Japanese clinical development industry rise to the challenges brought about by technological disruptions as it continues to grow and internationalize. View source version on Contacts For media inquiries, please contact:connect@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Arabian Business
02-07-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
UAE leads world in mobile shopping in 2025, with 67 per cent using phones to shop
The UAE has emerged as the top mobile shopping market globally, according to the newly released 2025 Global Digital Shopping Index – UAE edition, commissioned by Visa Acceptance Solutions and conducted by PYMNTS Intelligence. Based on a survey of 1,679 consumers and 329 merchants across the country, the report found that 67 per cent of UAE consumers used a mobile phone as part of their most recent retail purchase — a 23 per cent increase since 2022. The data confirms the UAE's position as a global leader in mobile-first digital commerce. UAE mobile shopping With 37 per cent of all online purchases in the United Arab Emirates made via mobile devices, the country ranks ahead of Singapore (34.8 per cent), the UK (27.6 per cent), and Brazil (24.4 per cent). The index also highlights the UAE's strong embrace of biometric authentication, with 32 per cent of shoppers using fingerprint or facial recognition to complete their latest online retail transaction — nearly double the global average of 17 per cent. Salima Gutieva, Visa's Vice President and Country Manager for United Arab Emirates, said: 'The UAE's approach shows what is possible when all stakeholders work together to build the future of commerce. 'Visa is delighted to contribute to the UAE government's digital commerce agenda, and we remain committed to working with local businesses and banks to introduce innovations such as Visa's Click to Pay that can deliver the digital payment experiences that today's consumers demand.' The report also notes that 53 per cent of consumers in the United Arab Emirates prefer cross-channel shopping, combining in-store, mobile, and online experiences — the second-highest rate in the world. Additionally, 38 per cent of shoppers opted for home delivery through mobile or desktop during their last retail purchase. Consumer preferences continue to shape the UAE's digital economy. The report shows: 75 per cent of shoppers value rewards programmes 73 per cent expect free shipping 70 per cent want price-matching offers Millennials lead mobile adoption with 73 per cent using phones to shop, followed closely by Generation Z and Generation X. Baby boomers and seniors show significantly lower mobile engagement, with only 18 per cent using a mobile device for their last purchase.
