The FIDO (Fast Identity Online) Alliance has certified a new Safran solution enabling biometric authentication through eID cards.The Safran solution enables citizens to use their eID card to locally store authentication information, thus reinforcing personal data protection.The user authentication is based on facial recognition, through a "selfie" which is then sent to the contactless electronic Identity card using NFC (Near Field Communication) technology. A "Match on Card" algorithm matches the selfie against the user photo inside the electronic ID card, enabling users to forego the use of passwords.The FIDO certification means users can now access password-free authentication with any FIDO compliant merchant or eService provider on any NFC-enabled phones or tablets."Safran Identity & Security Chair and CEO Anne Bouverot said: «Safran Identity & Security is the first to offer governments a secure authentication solution on eID cards which is easy to use and safeguards personal data. With this solution, data is stored locally on the card and remains in the hands of the user, reinforcing privacy protection."
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