new New innovations to emerged because of the global pandemic, including telehealth, apps that support mental and physical well-being and wearables that monitor biometrics. So, what is in store for 2023? As the MedTech industry faces continued chip shortages, labor challenges and a reduction in private equity funding, the MedTech industry and the companies that enable them must work together to overcome barriers and challenges. This conference will highlight unique and unusual collaborations that address the challenges that lie ahead in 2023. — SciTech Institute, 1h ago

new To maintain the highest security standards while providing ease of use, Delegated Authentication enables shoppers to utilise two-factor authentication, leveraging biometric checks such as fingerprint recognition and facial scans, and device bound credentials. Delegated Authentication has been expanded from only web browser users to include iOS and Android users. — SecurityBrief New Zealand, 9h ago

new Moreover, in January 2022, Fingerprint cards, a biometric company, met Mastercard's increased security criteria for its second-generation T-Shape sensor module. This technology made payment processing easy and convenient for the customer as well as for merchants, with increased security. Thus, such advancements in technology open wide opportunities for future of advanced authentication in financial services market growth. — alliedmarketresearch.com, 10h ago

new During the COVID-19 pandemic, advanced authentication in financial services market demand has increased as there was surge in preference for cashless transactions. The COVID-19 pandemic increased the requirement for POS terminals equipped with radio frequency identification, biometric technology, and other technologies that accept payments through contactless chip cards and digital interface cards due to the need for contactless payments. The growth of advanced authentication in financial services market systems during the pandemic had enabled the interaction of customer relationship management (CRM) as well as other financial solutions for organizations. Thus, the pandemic had a moderate impact on advanced authentication in financial services industry. — Allied Market Research, 10h ago

new ID-Pal offers businesses an easy way to verify the identity of an individual as part of right-to-work checks. Using a unique blend of biometric, document, and database checks to verify identities in real-time, the solution leverages automated decisioning and smart workflows to deliver industry-leading accuracy, and better outcomes, with data protection compliance built in. — Financial IT, 11h ago

new ...“Passwords continue to represent a significant security risk to the authentication process, and as attacks on enterprises continue to rise, the need to update outdated MFA approaches becomes critical. We are excited to be working with HYPR to provide a modern approach to passwordless that delivers high levels of assurance with a simple and frictionless experience. Customers with Microsoft Entra will now have the opportunity to use HYPR’s next-generation authentication technology to enhance the security of their organization through the elimination of passwords.”... — Crowdfund Insider, 22h ago

new Holograms can be effective in the frontline fight against counterfeiters and fraudsters, protecting brands and profits and reassure those in the supply chain with their presence on products, recognising the security and financial benefits provided. Infact, the key applications for holography around brand protection and security packaging in India according to research* are product authentication (26%), track and trace (37%), tamper evidence (34%) and anti-theft (3%). — Asia Pacific Security Magazine, 23h ago

new Axiad delivers organization-wide passwordless orchestration to secure people, machines, and interactions for enterprise and public sector organizations that must optimize their cybersecurity posture while navigating underlying IT complexity. The company's flagship product, Axiad Cloud, is a comprehensive, secure, and integrated authentication platform that allows customers to move to a passwordless future without the friction and risk of fragmented solutions. Axiad supports the widest range of credentials in the industry including FIDO, mobile MFA, Windows Hello for Business, YubiKeys, smart cards, TPM and biometrics, and is trusted by public sector organizations and Fortune 500 companies across aerospace & defense, financial services, insurance, healthcare, oil & energy, and more. — prnewswire.com, 1d ago

new Latitude said the attack on the vendor exposed credentials of its staff, which were used to log on to two other service providers it uses for matter such as identity verification. Those creds were used to access over 100,000 identification documents from one service provider and 225,000-plus customer records from the other. Data accessed included details of drivers licenses, passports, and health insurance cards. Australia requires financial services operations to secure multiple forms of identification before opening accounts, so it is not unusual for Latitude to have held this data. New Zealand customers were also impacted. — theregister.com, 1d ago

new Drawing on years of skin research, EveLab Insight uses advanced imaging technology and parallel polarized light to accurately detect skin issues at both the surface and deep levels of the skin. Advanced algorithm training and deep learning allow EveLab Insight's professional skin analysis machine to identify and analyze key dimensions contributing to glowing skin: oiliness condition, skin texture, and evenness of skin tone. Leveraging this information, brands can confidently recommend customized skincare solutions based on individual needs.EveLab Insight's skin analysis system offers more than just a tool for ground-level analysis. Its insights on skincare empower enterprises across all departments, from R&D to marketing to brand ambassadors. R&D teams can leverage EveLab Insight's generated skincare insights to develop products that meet market demands, while the customizable UI can help marketing departments highlight key product features. Most importantly, brand ambassadors can use the AI skin analysis tool to enhance customer experience and build trust between consumers and the brand.EveLab Insight believes that achieving a glossy complexion is not just about external factors, but also about maintaining a healthy skin barrier. With the Glow Detection feature, EveLab Insight hopes to empower individuals and enterprises alike to take a more holistic approach to skincare and achieve their best, most radiant selves.About EveLab InsightEveLab Insight's AI skin analysis feature is a game-changer for the skincare industry. With its precise detection system and customizable recommendations, it not only helps customers achieve healthier skin but also empowers companies to make better business decisions. Based on award-winning algorithms and patented technologies, EveLab Insight offers panoramic AI skin analyzers, a hand-held skin analyzer, and a photo-based skin analysis app for O2O scenarios. Please visit our website to unlock more tips to accelerate your beauty business:... — acnnewswire.com, 1d ago

new However, it’s unclear how the laws might apply to biometric data. There is ongoing litigation against how companies are collecting biometric data in states that have biometric privacy laws, such as... — adweek.com, 1d ago

new ....The proposed rule would require official eartags to be visually and electronically readable for official identification use for interstate movement of certain classes of cattle and bison. The proposed rule also clarifies record requirements related to cattle, including requiring official identification device distribution records to be entered into a Tribal, State, or Federal database and available to USDA, APHIS upon request. The proposed electronic identification (EID) rule applies to the following classes of animals: all sexually intact cattle and bison 18 months of age or older; all dairy cattle, with the definition of dairy cattle expanded by the rule to include any cattle regardless of age born on a dairy farm or cattle breeds used to produce milk for human consumption or crossbred calves of any breed born to dairy cattle; cattle or bison of any age used for rodeo or recreational events; cattle and bison of any age used for shows or exhibitions.The existing rules currently allow for cattle or bison to move directly to slaughter without official identification if accompanied by an owner-shipper statement and only sold/resold as slaughter cattle with the requirement for animals to remain within the intended terminal slaughter channels.The proposed rule makes no changes to using brands and tattoos as official identification when accepted by the sending and receiving states. Also, group/lot identification is considered official identification in cases when a group/lot identification number (GIN) may be used. Animals not impacted by the proposed rule would include animals that do not cross state lines or those already tagged with official EID, as well as animals exempted under the rule, such as beef cattle and bison under 18 months of age and animals going to slaughter or through an APHIS-approved market and then to slaughter.The proposed rule identifies an implementation timeline for EID of 180 days (six months) after the publication in the Federal Register of a Final Rule. USDA, APHIS believes that these changes to incorporate EID would strengthen the nation’s ability to respond quickly to significant animal disease outbreaks. The proposed rule would enhance the ability of the United States to regionalize and compartmentalize animal disease outbreaks more quickly. Traceability of animals is necessary to form disease-free regions or zones that facilitate the re-establishment of foreign and domestic market access with minimal delay in the event of an animal disease outbreak. Having an EID system in place would minimize the spread of disease and lessen the trade impacts related to an animal disease outbreak.Public comments will be accepted through 11:59 pm on Monday, March 20, 2023. Comments may be filed electronically by going to the Federal Register Docket site at... — thefencepost.com, 1d ago

new SMS is an older technology that lacks many modern security features, including end-to-end encryption and origin authentication (which lets you verify whether a message is sent by the claimed sender). The absence of the latter is the reason we see highly believable scams like the one below. — techxplore.com, 1d ago

new ..."KYC is crucial for cryptocurrency exchanges. Utilizing selfie biometric technology to verify whether the provided ID document matches the individual not only ensures the user's personal information is not stolen but also reduces financial crimes on the exchange. This is a significant matter for both the user and the exchange," said Michael Hung, Co-Founder, and CMO of... — prdistribution.com, 1d ago

new ...that it was adding a liveness detection feature to Aadhaar to detect real fingerprints and fake silicon copies. But police in Delhi found that the system also failed to differentiate live fingerprint biometrics from silicon copies provided by the agents. Furthermore, its... — Biometric Update |, 1d ago

new According to Mastercard, ID provides customers with a secure and reusable digital identity. By utilizing data encryption and biometric authentication technology to protect personal information, consumers remain in charge of their sensitive details while reducing fraud risk, Mastercard says. — Biometric Update |, 1d ago

new An investigation by Guardian Australia has found that AI technology is able to fool a voice identification system that's used by the Australian government to secure the private information of millions of people. Centrelink and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) both give people the option of using a voiceprint, along with other information, to verify their identity over the phone, allowing them to then access sensitive information from their accounts. Data journalist Nick Evershed was able to use a fake AI voice to access his own Centrelink account. He speaks with Laura Murphy-Oates about how he was able to skirt around the security system. — the Guardian, 1d ago

new Engineers and technologists commonly blame insecure user behavior on ignorance, on laziness, and on other human failings. The reality is that the user experience (UX) of user security is awful and not getting better. Even for biometric systems on consumer systems, like Apple, you need to record your face on your phone and your fingerprint on your computer, repeating the process for no real reason. — Help Net Security, 1d ago

new In February 2021, NYSDOL implemented ID.me’s secure digital identity verification technology to authenticate some UI claimants and applicants. When someone receives a notice from NYSDOL by email, text or other means requiring them to verify their identity, they must visit a website and select “Verify with ID.me” to provide digital evidence of their identification. — GCN, 1d ago

new ...offers Telcos an efficient and secure way to onboard customers and subscribers remotely. By utilizing face biometrics to authenticate users, IDcentral’s solution eliminates the need for physical identity verification, reduces the risk of fraud, and provides a convenient onboarding process for users. The high accuracy of the face biometrics technology used in the solution ensures that only authorized users are granted access, reducing the risk of fraudulent activity. The convenience of... — Security Boulevard, 1d ago

new Online organizations and social media networks should consider an approach that involves age verification for minors, but also identity verification for parents and guardians that allows them to consent to their child’s use of the platform. To protect minors from inappropriate content, bullying and other forms of online harm, organizations should also have settings that allow verified parents and guardians to select what level of access their child can have on the website or application. For instance, a parent can select if specific words need to be filtered out or if certain accounts should be blocked. In addition to controlling how their child uses the social media platform, parents and guardians should follow data privacy best practices, such as limiting the information organizations are collecting from their children. — Biometric Update |, 1d ago

new This technology also plays a powerful role in digital and financial inclusion. Historically, biometric identification has been for the privileged few – the technologically advanced with access to hi-tech, leading-edge equipment – providing access to services that are typically not for the digitally excluded. However, remote digital biometric authentication has a crucial role in bridging the digital divide. — Startup Weekly, 1d ago

new Taking this a step further, self-service via biometrics can allow customers to escape long queues, unexpected rushing and last-minute inconveniences for contactless, frictionless passage at check-ins, passport and border control, and boarding and baggage management. — Hospitality Technology, 1d ago

new The ServiceNow Store is a software marketplace designed for the integration of apps created and distributed on the ServiceNow platform, both free and priced versions. It is focused on commercially monetizing and marketing cloud-native enterprise applications created by third-party independent software vendors (ISVs), solution providers, system integrators, and service providers. Since the firms are given the freedom to employ simple, user-friendly tools which boosts productivity, most of the enterprises are adopting ServiceNow store, leading to enormous market growth in recent years. Furthermore, the platform offers flexibility and innovation to encourage corporate expansion. These factors are other major driving factors resulting in significant market growth. In addition, to connect the current software, find new apps to address issues, and do a variety of other tasks, businesses can select from hundreds of NOW Certified free and paid choices. These additional features are expected to provide lucrative market growth opportunities in the upcoming years. ServiceNow store apps offer live data visualizations through engaging formats and a wide range of enterprise workflow applications. This eliminates the need to export data to external tools. Moreover, customers may replicate and automate phone phishing actions in a corporate setting with ServiceNow store apps. This enables customers to smoothly automate their code inspection with the help of ServiceNow store apps, which provide real-time code quality evaluation. The ServiceNow Store Apps are gaining popularity as customer achieves considerable cost savings and enhanced employee productivity across many divisions. Organizations face several difficulties as a result of antiquated working practices, disruptive forces of technology, increased service demands, and many other factors. ServiceNow addresses these issues, through improved connectivity, collaboration, and real-time information sharing, thereby enabling better issue discovery, reduced disruption, and increased productivity for both customers and the staff. — alliedmarketresearch.com, 1d ago

new The biometric feature, he said, helps streamline authentication that otherwise, with PSD2, would have involved multiple steps. “Two-factor authentication,” he said, “is good for customer protection, but unfortunately it’s not so good when it comes to customer experience. So that’s why we’ve used biometrics to authenticate payments.”... — pymnts.com, 1d ago

new An antidetect browser is one that uses technologies like data spoofing and its own digital browser fingerprints, providing internet users with more privacy. Although used by people for individual needs, antidetect browsers are more often utilized for commercial purposes: traffic arbitrage, managing several social media accounts, accessing geo-restricted websites, and more. — DEV Community, 1d ago

new In 2023, as online identity checks become increasingly prevalent, it’s important to watch out not only for fraudulent documents, but also for genuine documents presented by imposters. Whether you are checking physical documents or using online options, you must make sure that your applicant matches the person presenting the document. You can either do this face-to-face or using a secure video link. Identity validation services can also help thanks to liveness and face matching technology, which analyses a selfie photo against the image of your applicant. — Identity Week - Identity and Trust for Government, Enterprise, and Partners, 1d ago

new Digitalization of financial services. Banks, insurance companies, and other participants in the financial sector are moving their services to the internet and mobile devices. Additionally, technologies such as facial recognition, biometric systems, and machine learning are advancing to help make financial services more convenient and secure. — CoinShark, 1d ago

new As is the case with a fast evolution and integration of facial recognition technology throughout air travel, customers will have to be onboard and compliant with providing their personal biographic and biometric personal information in advance to travel during booking or check-in. Their photographs are collected and stored in the system for matching purposes during the time the passenger is passing through touchpoints in the airport. — Identity Week - Identity and Trust for Government, Enterprise, and Partners, 1d ago

new In collaboration, NEC is providing its No.1 NIST ranked NEC I:Delight facial recognition technology, in “powered by industry-leading contactless biometric solutions that make touchpoints touchless, NEC I:Delight shapes personalised experiences that are safe, secure and hygienic while being seamlessly enjoyable”. — Identity Week - Identity and Trust for Government, Enterprise, and Partners, 1d ago

new Most connected wearables and portable medical devices need to accurately track people’s biometric data, allowing healthcare providers to monitor patients remotely, track progress and intervene when necessary. The lifetime of medical devices is crucial here, as it can vary from days to months to years of stocking and use. The BG27 features an integrated DCDC Boost that allows operation down to 0.8 volts, thus enabling the use of single-cell alkaline, silver oxide, and 1.55v button cell batteries typically used on medical applications such as battery-operated patches, wearable electrocardiograms (ECG), and continuous glucose monitors (CGM). In addition, the wakeup pin on the BG27 allows products to spend months in warehouses and transport, consuming less than 20 nA, until awoken, ensuring the battery remains fully charged when the device is needed the most. To prevent unexpected battery depletion during the use of critical health applications, the integrated Coulomb Counter on the BG27 enables accurate battery level tracking to enhance user safety and experience. — eeNews Europe, 1d ago

new To replace manual identity check with Hikvision Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) Cameras can enhance the security by automation of the Vehicle authorization process. Thus, adding efficiency and security for Vehicle Management via hands-free, drive-through ANPR authentication and easy-to-retrieve records. — ELE Times, 1d ago

new Despite being alerted to the vulnerability last week, Services Australia has not indicated it will change its use of voice ID, saying the technology is a “highly secure authentication method” and the agency “continually scans for potential threats and make ongoing enhancements to ensure customer security”. — the Guardian, 1d ago

new ...) and other menstruation-tracking information to predict ovulation and give you a nudge when would be the best time to do the business if you are trying to conceive. Admittedly, this is something I cannot test, and a quick heads up, it takes a month of data tracking for this feature to properly work. But from speaking to my friends and colleagues who are either trying to conceive or have the Apple Watch Series 8 themselves, this has been a game changer. For anyone worried about security, all of this data is end-to-end encrypted.And finally, a feature you hopefully never have to use, which is Crash Detection. Using a combination of the 3-axis gyroscope, g-force accelerometer, microphone, barometer, GPS, and a sensor-fusion algorithm trained with over a million hours of crash data, your Apple Watch can detect if you’ve been in an accident and call emergency-service providers.Of course, I’m not willing to test this, and there have been some teething issues early on, such as the watch calling emergency services after someone’s been on a roller coaster. But it’s one of those nice-to-have features that could save a life at some point.Of course, speaking of its fitness and health credentials, the on-board technology and build quality match what is needed to make these work: WR50 water resistance, IP6X dust resistance, accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer, optical heart rate sensor, barometer, temperature sensors and an always-on altimeter.But of course, the features here are not about the hardware — it’s what the software achieves. Thanks to the tight integration with the app store on your phone, this thing does a lot of stuff!Beyond the core features that watchOS 9 implements, such as reminders to take your medication, the updated calendar app and the slew of features you’ve become accustomed to, such as notifications, making calls and listening to music/podcasts from your watch, the combination of first-party and third-party app integrations really flesh out the experience.For example, when I go into London for one of my many work meetings, I use Apple Pay to get onto the underground, have the latest episode of Not Another D&D Podcast downloaded to my watch to listen as I commute, open up Google Maps to find my way to the meeting point, and in the moments that I forgot to turn off a plug at home, just open up my Apple Home app to switch it off immediately.It’s a really slick experience, which is exactly what you’d expect from a watch UI that Applehad the benefit of eight years to work on and improve.Let’s talk about what has always been a bit of a weakness of the Apple Watch. In the Series 8, Apple promises up to 18 hours from the 308 mAh cell inside here. This is largely accurate, but the issue is there are plenty of variables that may cause it to dwindle faster.This is far behind the up to 14 days of the Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro, but very much in line with what you’d expect from an Apple Watch, which is barely enough for a day and a half with some attention paid to it. I remember the many times at music festivals where you are away from a charger for an entire weekend and fear this wouldn’t survive past the first day of bands!Luckily, there is now a low-power mode, which does a few things such as reduce the screen brightness slightly and reduce the amount of times the various sensors on the watch take readings to increase the battery life. Apple claims 36 hours, and I safely hit that at a total of 36 hours and 42 minutes.I’ll end as I began, the Apple Watch Series 8 is a great smartwatch. Sure, the upgrades are incredibly mild, and while the battery life has been improved slightly, it’s still not as long as I’d like. But after years of iterative updates, this formula is one of the strongest in the wearables market.So, rather than break it down, let’s ask the key question: do you need one? Because while this is objectively a great piece of kit, whether this is a must-buy is rather difficult to answer — especially with the increasingly impressive Apple Watch SE 2 and the Apple Watch Ultra in the mix. Let me break it down:I would look at the new SE. Think carefully about whether you actually need an always-on display, if you benefit from the ECG and blood oxygen readings, if temperature sensing and more accurate cycle tracking is important to you, and whether you’re going to miss that additional millimeter of screen real estate and the edge-to-edge display.If these are important to you, then you will love the Series 8. The fast-charging boosts this up to full in a jiffy and the third-generation optical heart sensor does pick up your pulse quicker. Plus, you get a greater variety of material finishes.If you need something super rugged for your insane workout routine, or you’re a professional athlete, then you fall into the niche where I would recommend the Apple Watch Ultra. That Titanium finish, extended battery life, dual GPS and military-standard testing for durability means it will more than capably handle your demanding needs.Put simply: the Apple Watch Series 8 is damn good. But with tiny updates and the impressive upgrades made to the second generation SE, make sure you figure out what you actually need before clicking buy. You may be just as happy and save yourself some serious money in the process.Jason brings a decade of tech and gaming journalism experience to his role as a writer at Laptop Mag. He takes a particular interest in writing articles and creating videos about laptops, headphones and games. He has previously written for Kotaku, Stuff and BBC Science Focus. In his spare time, you’ll find Jason looking for good dogs to pet or thinking about eating pizza if he isn’t already.Laptop Mag is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. — Inferse.com, 2d ago

new To maintain the highest security standards while providing ease of use, Delegated Authentication “enables shoppers to utilize two-factor authentication, leveraging biometric checks such as fingerprint recognition and facial scans, and device bound credentials. Delegated Authentication has been expanded from only web browser users to include iOS and Android users.”... — Crowdfund Insider, 2d ago

new We’ve seen a number of blockchain-based, self-sovereign digital identification corporations with techniques that aren’t user-friendly. They assume customers have a number of present information after which customers are required to arrange a pockets, undergo processes, and join with issues like Metamask. We need to take away these obstacles. We need to make sure that it’s straightforward for individuals. In truth, a brand new model of what we’re doing removes issues just like the restoration key, so you’ll be able to enroll with out having to consider a restoration key, and also you simply give your identify and electronic mail tackle. There’s no want for a password; you simply use your biometrics. — Bitcoin Press UK, 2d ago

new We’ve seen loads of blockchain-based, self-sovereign digital identification firms with programs that aren’t user-friendly. They assume customers have loads of present information after which customers are required to arrange a pockets, undergo processes, and join with issues like Metamask. We need to take away these limitations. We need to be sure it’s straightforward for folks. The truth is, a brand new model of what we’re doing removes issues just like the restoration key, so you may enroll with out having to consider a restoration key, and also you simply give your title and e-mail deal with. There’s no want for a password; you simply use your biometrics. — BlaQue Crypto News, 2d ago

new ...)-- Southwestern Hearing Centers is proud to offer Audibel’s latest hearing advancement, Intrigue AI. It is hearing reimagined from the inside out. Featuring an all-new processor, all-new sound, all-new industrial design, all-new fitting software, and all-new patient experience.“Southwestern Hearing Centers understands the significant role hearing plays in our emotional well-being and physical health. Intrigue AI is the best sounding, best performing hearing aid available, offering infinite benefits to patients,” said Cindy Marino, COO, Southwestern Hearing Centers. “We’re here to help our patients every step of the way. Through our partnership with Audibel, we aim to better serve our patients, helping them stay connected to the world around them so they can hear better and live better.”All-New ProcessorThe all-new Neuro Processor technology mimics the function of the central auditory system through a Deep Neural Network (DNN) on-chip accelerator and automatic functions. All-new Intrigue AI hearing aids mimic the cerebral cortex of the brain to more quickly and accurately “fill in” the gaps when patients’ hearing is impaired.It makes over 80 million personalized adjustments every hour - all designed to help wearers:· Distinguish words and speech more intuitively and naturally· Hear soft sounds without distracting noise· Reduce the effort it takes to listen and hearThe AI inside delivers more true-to-life sound quality than ever before.All-New SoundAudibel’s new Neuro Sound Technology provides the best hearing experience for patients in all situations. The additive compression system synthesizes the signals from slow and fast compression systems for optimized perceptual outcomes, like the neural fibers that code different information for the brain.“By spending countless hours with hearing professionals and patients, researching and analyzing every element of the hearing journey, we relentlessly pursued how to bring the best hearing innovation to professionals and patients in a simple and intuitive way,” said Achin Bhowmik, Ph.D., Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice President of Engineering at Audibel. “Our all-new, powerful processor was designed to work like the human brain, leveraging the neuroscience of the ear-brain connection and information processing to create better sound quality, pushing artificial intelligence to its limits.”All-New DesignIntrigue AI features an all-new discreet and stylish aesthetic product design that’s durable and comfortable for all-day wear, and which helps break barriers and reduce the stigma of what is hearing care technology today.· Intrigue AI includes RIC RT, the industry’s longest-lasting RIC rechargeable hearing aid on the market. The battery holds up to 50 hours on a single charge.· The new mRIC R has the second longest-lasting RIC rechargeable battery life with up to 40 hours on a single charge.· Industry-first custom rechargeable product has the highest custom battery life in the industry with up to 36 hours on a single charge.All-New Patient ExperienceThe new My Audibel App gives patients full control over their hearing aids, plus the ability to get helpful tips, track their health, and access intelligent features designed to simplify their lives.Audibel leads the hearing industry as it relates to incorporating health and wellness features into hearing aids, including being the first to integrate 3D sensors; the first to enable counting steps; the first to track and encourage social engagement; and the first to provide benefits that went beyond just better hearing. Audibel was also the first hearing manufacturer - and still the only - to make hearing aids that can detect falls and send alerts.Intrigue AI’s improved streaming capabilities utilize binaural phone steaming, sharing information to both ears directly and simultaneously. This supports two-way, hands-free calling through compatible Apple and Android devices and makes it easier for patients to enjoy their favorite music with more natural results.About Southwestern Hearing CentersSouthwestern Hearing is a family owned business with more than 75 years and 3 generations of experience in the hearing industry. Southwestern Hearing experts know a patient’s quality of life directly relates to their level of hearing loss. Expert focus on a high level of patient care and support. This is evident in the thousands of 5 star reviews given directly from the patients they have served. — PR.com, 2d ago

new ID enables customers to create a convenient, safe and reusable digital identity, allowing them to share verified information quickly and securely. Using data encryption and biometric authentication to protect personal identity information keeps consumers in control of their data and reduces fraud, enabling them to choose what information to provide, to which organisations, and when. Leveraging Mastercard’s global network and data privacy practices, ID offers a highly secure end-to-end solution for digitally creating, managing and verifying identities. — govtechreview.com.au, 2d ago

new We’ve seen lots of blockchain-based, self-sovereign digital id corporations with techniques that aren’t user-friendly. They assume customers have lots of present data after which customers are required to arrange a pockets, undergo processes, and join with issues like Metamask. We need to take away these boundaries. We need to be certain it’s simple for individuals. Actually, a brand new model of what we’re doing removes issues just like the restoration key, so you may join with out having to consider a restoration key, and also you simply give your title and e mail tackle. There’s no want for a password; you simply use your biometrics. — Asia Cryptos, 2d ago

new We’ve seen numerous blockchain-based, self-sovereign digital id firms with techniques that aren’t user-friendly. They assume customers have numerous current data after which customers are required to arrange a pockets, undergo processes, and join with issues like Metamask. We wish to take away these obstacles. We wish to ensure it’s simple for folks. In truth, a brand new model of what we’re doing removes issues just like the restoration key, so you may join with out having to consider a restoration key, and also you simply give your identify and e-mail deal with. There’s no want for a password; you simply use your biometrics. — Crypto News Global, 2d ago

new We’ve seen a number of blockchain-based, self-sovereign digital id corporations with programs that aren’t user-friendly. They assume customers have a number of present data after which customers are required to arrange a pockets, undergo processes, and join with issues like Metamask. We wish to take away these obstacles. We wish to make sure that it’s simple for individuals. Actually, a brand new model of what we’re doing removes issues just like the restoration key, so you’ll be able to join with out having to consider a restoration key, and also you simply give your title and e mail deal with. There’s no want for a password; you simply use your biometrics. — Crypto News Bay, 2d ago

new When you think about smartphones, do you think of Simon?When I say fork, how many of you fearfully associate the utensil with the devil’s pitchfork?Better yet, when you think about vaccines, do you assume you’re receiving that vaccine directly from someone else’s body?My guess is that most of you answered “No” for the above three questions, but when looking at the history of these three innovations – the smartphone, the fork, and the vaccine – all of these facts are very relevant to their diffusion.The SmartphoneIn 1992, IBM announced the Simon Personal Communicator, the first smartphone, although it wouldn’t be called “smart” for another ten years. Simon included a touchscreen, email capability, and built-in applications. Despite these features, Simon was a flop and only stayed on the market for six months. To be fair, Simon did have multiple issues – it was heavy and bulky, the battery only lasted an hour, and it only had a 15-state service area [in the United States]. However, these issues weren’t solely to blame for the phone’s demise. In fact, Simon taught us a very valuable lesson: that the success of ground-breaking products heavily relies on its ecosystem.The modern day smartphone market truly took off in the 2000s, with the introduction of the iPhone. The success of the iPhone was in great part due to its capability to access the Internet and the ability to download third party applications. Web browsers simply weren’t available when Simon was conceived in the 90s, but when the iPhone came along in 2007 it had full access to the internet, and the ability to download many additional applications. What helped the iPhone succeed was the rich environment of fast networks, Web browsers, and Internet possibilities that weren’t yet available to the often forgotten, Simon.The ForkThe fork can be traced back to ancient civilizations, but it wasn’t widely adopted until centuries later. The fork was the most controversial of all the utensils. At first, its design was seen as anti-Christian and villainous, and later it was seen as too feminine. Society’s perception of the fork played a significant role in its adoption.The fork became more popular in the 16th century after a trendsetter of the time, Catherine De Medici, introduced and destigmatised the utensil in France. It went from being associated with the devil and unnecessary lavishness to being associated with wealth and refinement. Even then, many men refused to use the fork because it was too feminine. It took a design change, adding ruffled cuffs to the fork, to encourage adoption.What we learned from the fork is that the social aspect of an innovation, as well as the credibility that outside actors can lend to it can ultimately spur its widespread adoption and diffusion.The VaccineIn 1796, Edward Jenner successfully discovered the smallpox vaccine. Even though there was great need for this innovation – the world was experiencing a smallpox epidemic at the time – the Royal Society of London refused to publish Jenner’s discovery. It wasn’t until members of the medical field ran successful experiments using Jenner’s vaccine samples that the idea of vaccination began to spread. Even after these trials proved safe and reliable, it still took prominent members of society, including aristocrats, members of the royal court, and the Pope lending their support for this new discovery for the public to accept it. Then came the next hurdle: transportation.The vaccine was first distributed through body-to-body transmission. Young men would bring the vaccine to America in their bodies and when pustules appeared on their arms doctors would scrape the area to infect other people. From arm to arm the vaccine spread to America, Mexico, Macau, and Manila. In ten years, it went global.Similar to the smartphone and the fork, what the vaccine needed to succeed was social credibility and a rich ecosystem to support it. Members of the medical field, noblewomen, royals, and the Pope lent the necessary credibility. And although the rich supportive ecosystem of transportation didn’t exist yet, public health officials at the time found an ingenious workaround through body-to-body distribution. Eventually, a supportive ecosystem did emerge to diffuse smallpox and many other vaccines.What the stories behind these innovation evolutions teach us is that it takes a lot more than just an invention to create a market. Market creation starts out with an invention but over time, it requires other activities and actors to play key roles in its development. As is clear today, once the market is created the impact is immense. You may not all think of Simon, or pitchforks, or arm pustules but many (if not all) of you have a smartphone, use a fork, and have been vaccinated. — Financial Nigeria International Limited, 2d ago

new However, outside their success in healthcare, electronic skin patches have yet to fully realize their potential to improve daily life, including athletic capabilities, personal well-being, and worker safety. Their direct skin contact design makes them ideal for detecting analytes in sweat, as well as other biometric markers such as temperature. In the report, IDTechEx investigates the technologies and applications of electronic skin patches and forecasts that the total market will grow from US$14 billion in 2023 to US$27 billion by 2033. This article delves into the exciting potential of electronic skin patches in shaping everyday life. — Wearable Technology Insights, 2d ago

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new Jason Low, Chief Executive Officer of Virtualtech Frontier (VTF), explains “We are excited to introduce Mitoworld and provide a platform that is able to ease businesses in achieving their virtual dreams through metaverse integration. The platform offers a no-code solution that simplifies the process of creating a metaverse, making it accessible to businesses of all sizes and industries. We’ve created the platform to be as beginner-friendly as possible, allowing users to create their own avatars and virtual worlds through ready-made blueprints and world-building tools”.Mitoworld directly addresses major hurdles of entering the metaverse space including concerns over time, investment and resources required to set up an effective virtual world. From there, businesses can fully customise their world through in-platform tools as well as the ability to upload external visuals, videos, music and 3D assets. With that, the metaverse is ready to launch and can be integrated into the brand’s website. Commenting further Jason added, “The metaverse brings broader opportunities that should not be overlooked due to apprehension brought about by change and innovation. With Mitoworld we want to break down this barrier and give the thousands of enterprises and SMEs in Malaysia and from all around the World an accessible and affordable route to the nearly trillion-dollar potential of the metaverse”. The launch of the platform is timely, aligning with the “E-Commerce Trend Radar: Envisioning the Next Decade in E-Commerce” report by The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) which estimates that businesses will soon enter an era of hyper-personalised commerce due to fast-changing consumer behaviour and technological advancements - such as metaverse. MDEC commemorated the platform's entry into the market with its CEO, Ts. Mahadhir Aziz, praising the platform as an innovative solution that can facilitate the digital transformation of the local industry.“Mitoworld aligns with MDEC's vision of fostering digitalisation and enhancing the competitiveness of local businesses. It is a shared responsibility to ensure that a metaverse is a place where everyone can thrive with clear standards for data privacy, security, and accessibility, while also fostering innovation and encouraging the development of new, immersive experiences. By working together, we can help shape a metaverse that reflects our shared values and priorities and offers new opportunities for social and economic progress,” Mahadhir Aziz shares.Commending the potentially substantial impact of the introduction of Mitoworld to business digitalisation efforts, YB Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup, Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), said, “Research in future tech such as research in the metaverse, XR, and Web 3.0 can be commercialised quickly (with rapid prototyping) and design thinking process as the innovation is market-driven. Through the digital twinning of the physical world and the development of digital assets, the metaverse becomes a new economy and market space for R&D and C&I activities. In the long term, I foresee the digital government initiatives can also be integrated with the metaverse”.Businesses can leverage Mitoworld to build sustainable online virtual worlds that can become long-term hubs for its fans and consumers to interact with the brand and each other. Metaverse can also be used to host virtual campaigns or hold digital exhibitions without having to consider the high cost of hiring, upskilling, and device upgrades. Primarily, the metaverse serves as a hyper-personalised virtual platform that can become a new revenue stream for businesses thanks to NFT, increased demand for social commerce, and consumers’ ever-evolving shopping behaviour that opts for convenience and exclusivity.Since its inception, VTF has served prominent players from varying industries including social networking sites, retail, and F&B, virtualising hundreds of corporate companies in the region. Envisioned to be the next unicorn from Malaysia, VTF is also part of 100Soonicorns, a programme by MDEC and Penjana Kapital to help groom the next business unicorns of Malaysia. For more information on Mitoworld, kindly visit... — CMSWire.com, 2d ago

new ...“At minimum, retailers must ensure that their contracted party complies with them and will observe the same security compliance requirements that the company itself has. There are numerous opportunities for a cybercriminal to take advantage of the system, whether this be at the source of the vendor providing the solution or when the technology is deployed onsite. Exploiting a vulnerability in the software used on POS devices (or even in the back-end cloud services) could allow a cybercriminal to deploy malware on the POS device. This would further enable them to harvest financial data, inflict a malware attack such as ransomware or to use the device to connect to other internal systems,” said Chief Security Evangelist, Tony Anscombe from ESET. — Forbes, 2d ago

new One issue I’m hoping to be solved using blockchain technology is verification of identity through digitization of personal documents. Verification of documents using hash-based fingerprinting assigning ownership of this digital record to the person rather than a centralized authority can help a lot in maintaining the privacy of data as well as avoiding frauds through detection of counterfeit documents being used. — hyperledger.org, 2d ago