Hand and fingerprint readers cover 80 percent of biometric access control applications. They are complementary, as each meets specific needs in the market. When using these two technologies under a ...

Inspired by previous studies indicating a potential link between genetics and fingerprint patterns, the researchers set out to find similarities between fingerprints of the same person. To do so, they ...

It's supposed to take security to a whole new level: using fingerprints and hand prints to access buildings and smartphones. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Watch Now.

Imagine touching glass and not leaving a mark -- virtually no trace of the complex lines and ridges that make up each individual fingerprint. Most of us take these identifying traits for granted.

One day soon, it may not matter that you lost the house key or can't find all five documents required to renew your driver's license. Instead, you'll need just your fingerprints for identification ...