PalmID authenticates each login by collating pictures of user’s palm taken with a camera on a mobile phone. The technology works with any type of camera across mobile phones and requires no new hardware to be installed prior to use. In addition, the frequency of false recognition is much lower compared to conventional fingerprint authentication. Using palms for biometric authentication significantly decreases the risk of spoofing compared to fingerprints, as they cannot be easily traced from the surface of your phone. Using palm identification results in increased physical security for mobile devices and prevents unlocking of devices that are lost or stolen.

As part of the team leading this implementation NRI engineers worked with Sony Life and Redrock Biometric to develop the program and timeline for PalmID, as well as provide the implementation manual for Sony Life developers and IT staff. NRI also led the development of proof-of-concept studies of Redrock Biometric’s technology to assure accuracy and monitor functionality.

NRI has a strong record of assisting Japanese insurance companies with their digital transformation. In 2016, NRI opened its innovation office in Silicon Valley to promote R&D initiatives by conducting proof of concept studies and collaborating with local technology startups. NRI’s relationship with Sony Life and Redrock Biometric was formed as a part of this Silicon Valley initiative.

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