AIB is revolutionizing the way customers interact with mobile banking by introducing a groundbreaking feature that lets you use your selfie to authorize transactions. Dubbed ‘Selfie Check,’ this new feature allows users of the AIB mobile app to confirm payments up to €10,000 without the hassle of a card reader.
Selfie Check simplifies the banking process by using advanced facial biometrics for identity verification. This cutting-edge technology scans and measures distinct facial features to ensure the security of transactions. Recognized as one of the most secure authentication methods, facial biometrics could soon become the standard for online banking.
To utilize this feature, AIB advises customers to snap their verification selfie in a well-lit area against a neutral backdrop, without any background distractions such as windows. Phones should be held upright, around 30 cm from the face, making sure nothing covers the facial features.
Currently, this service is available exclusively to AIB customers who are over 16 years of age and residing in the Republic of Ireland. While this new technology promises a smoother banking experience, AIB still recommends that users of its internet banking service keep their card readers handy for now.
As AIB plans to extend ‘Selfie Check’ to other banking services, this innovative approach could set a new trend in how financial transactions are handled across the industry.
