Revolut launches POS terminal with facial recognition and "Pay with Smile"
Revolut has introduced a point-of-sale terminal that includes facial recognition technology and a feature called 'Pay with Smile,' allowing customers to authorize payments using their face.
Why this matters: Paying by smiling at a terminal sounds convenient. It also means a fintech company is collecting your biometric data every time you buy something. Unlike a PIN, you cannot change your face if that data is compromised. The real issue is what Revolut stores, how long they keep it, and who else can access it. Convenience is the oldest reason people hand over data they would never consciously agree to give.
Who should care: Privacy officers · Cybersecurity · General readers · Policy
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