Biometrically secured banking cards seen as way to improve security

Biometric identification can help to overcome the typical problem facing industries, where introducing more rigorous security imposes delays on customer services and worsens the experience, says cybersecurity multinational Gemalto Africa Banking and Payments marketing manager Viwe Ndzamela. Advanced technology and increasing mobility are enabling industries to develop and deliver integrated environments for their consumers. Instead of choosing whether to make transactions smoother or more secure, companies can provide additional authenticating measures while improving user experience, he says.