Kenya's GTBank has become the first in the country to launch fingerprint recognition in its mobile banking app.With the new feature, customers will be able to log onto their accounts via their fingerprints through Touch ID on iOS devices.GTBank Managing Director Ibukun Odegbaike, said on the new biometric security: “At Guaranty Trust Bank, we are driven by the desire to continue enhancing our customer experience at every touch point. Security in the era of mobile and digital banking is absolutely critical. The fingerprint recognition on the new GTBank mobile App gives our customers the control and confidence to transact securely on the platform.”The Bank also introduced card services on the upgraded app. Customers will now be able to access all card services including check card balances, pay and top-up cards, stop card payments and generate card statements.
Kenyan bank adds fingerprint ID on mobile app
