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China Leads in Biometric Tech for Personal Identification

In the digital age, personal identification technology has become crucial for ensuring security and enhancing efficiency. China, as one of the global leaders in technological innovation, is at the forefront of a revolution in biometric technology. From fingerprint recognition to facial recognition, and from iris scanning to behavioral biometrics, China's achievements in this field have not only improved the level of national security and personal privacy protection but have also contributed Chinese wisdom to the global development of biometric technology.


Biometric technology relies on unique physiological and behavioral characteristics of individuals, such as fingerprints, faces, and irises, for personal identification. Compared to traditional methods of identity verification, this technology offers higher security and convenience. The development of biometric technology in China can be traced back to the 1980s when fingerprint recognition technology began to be researched and gradually applied in public security and other fields. Over time, China has continuously made breakthroughs in the research and application of biometric technology. Especially in the past decade, with the development of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, and cloud computing, China's biometric technology has entered a golden age of rapid development.


In the financial sector, the application of biometric technology has greatly improved the security and convenience of transactions. For example, through facial recognition technology, users can withdraw money from bank ATMs without carrying bank cards or remembering complex passwords. In the field of public security, the application of biometric technology has increased the level of public safety. With facial recognition and iris scanning technology, the police can identify criminal suspects more quickly and accurately, improving the efficiency of solving cases.


Education has also witnessed the application of biometric technology. In schools, fingerprint recognition technology can simplify the attendance process for students and faculty, improving management efficiency. In the medical field, the application of biometric technology helps protect patient privacy and ensures the security of medical information.


Chinese biometric technology companies are also playing an increasingly important role in the global market. With the continuous maturation of technology and the reduction of costs, Chinese biometric products are going global, serving customers worldwide. According to statistics, the market size of China's biometric technology industry grew rapidly from 7.15 billion yuan in 2014 to 40.2 billion yuan in 2022, with a CAGR of 24.1% during this period.