Qatar's Commercial Bank has announced that it will become the first in the region to deploy ATMs using finger vein-enabled biometric security.The system will let the users withdraw money by pressing their finger on an infra-red reader that identifies them from the unique pattern of veins, reports thepeninsulaqatar.Customers will be able to use the new security feature to access their accounts at the ATMs with finger vein scanners installed, and the technology will be extended to corporate and VIP customers to access their Internet banking accounts using a finger vein scanner.The firms NCR Corporation and 01 System have confirmed that they both worked with the bank on the deployment. “NCR is working closely with Commercial Bank in their transformational journey of being a truly world class bank offering the latest in omni-channel technology and innovations to improve efficiency, increase revenue and lower cost of operations,” said Hicham Yamout, Country General Manager, NCR Qatar. “The introduction of the first ever finger vein biometric authentication technology reinforces the bank's commitment to offer safe banking environment and enable faster transactions.”In September 2014, Britain's Barclays made similar tech available to corporate customers, but only with mobile scanners, not ATMs.Joseph Abraham, CEO, Commercial Bank, said at the launch: “Biometrics security features are an important tool to combat financial fraud and identity theft. Enhancing the client experience without compromising customer security is a priority at Commercial Bank.”Introducing finger vein scanning technology to the local market and region is not only innovative but also provides an effective way for customers to access their accounts securely without the need for a card or PIN. Commercial Bank is proud to introduce another 'first to market' technology to the Middle East and we are committed to a continual investment in technology as part of our digital transformation journey to provide the best and safest experience for our loyal customers.”
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