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From checking bags to boarding the plane, tech-driven id scanning solutions are transforming the airline industry. But in the rush to create frictionless travel experiences, are some airlines missing the goalpost?
Airports today are in a race to provide a seamless, touch-free passenger experience. Some airports are already employing end-to-end identity verification solutions that simplify the juggernauts surrounding luggage checking, security checks, and boarding the airplane. In Spain, two airports, Valencia (VLC) and Bilbao (BIO), have installed more than 45 automatic border control gates that use facial recognition and automatic document verification. Los Angeles (LAX) announced in January that 100% of their security checkpoints are using touchless ID scanners. The Dubai airport features Smart Gates, which customers can pass through by simply looking at a green light.
Spirit Airlines has entered the smart airport fray and is now using ID scanning technology to check luggage. The process is simple. Passengers must opt-in to the automated system. They will be asked to scan a photo ID, and the hardware then uses facial recognition to match the passenger to the ID and that person’s flight reservation. Once the match is successful, the passenger can drop their bags off.
The airline currently processes approximately 2,700 bags a day at busy airports such as LAX, so it’s critical that their identity verification software is up to the task. But experiences at the airline kiosks prove otherwise, with smart kiosks failing to scan IDs effectively, requiring airport personnel to swipe their badges to complete the process.
Why aren’t the ID scanners working? Because there’s more than one way to scan an ID, and choosing the optimal method is paramount.
Optical Character Recognition (OCR) is a technology that converts an image of text into a machine readable text format. But it has limitations, and was not intended to extract data from a document with small fields and dark type against security features, such as holograms, watermarks, and microprint. Additionally, it was originally intended to be used with a flatbed scanner. While OCR can extract data from a driver’s license or passport, it isn’t optimal. In the best conditions, OCR accuracy levels are within 79% to 89%. For these reasons, the best identity verification solutions don’t rely on OCR alone.
A 2D barcode, on the other hand, uses symbologies–patterns, shapes, and dots–to encrypt information. Symbologies are very useful for important documents, such as driver’s licenses, passports, and boarding passes. Having all of the information in a symbology allows for an extra security measure to ensure that the information on a document is the same as in the data format. They can store up to 4,000 characters or 7,000 digits.
The symbol systems in a 2D barcode can be read with a camera and a scanner. 2D barcode scanning software has a 99% accuracy and scanning rate.
By using OCR software rather than 2D barcode scanning software, Spirit Airlines has derailed their efforts to eliminate a traveler touchpoint.
Denis Petrov, CEO of IDScan.net, a leading developer of AI powered identity verification technology, observed, “The design of the dataflow of the Self Bag Drop kiosk is clearly flawed, because it requires that customers scan the FRONT of the ID versus the BACK of the ID, which is the most reliable way of capturing and verifying customer information via PDF417 2D barcode.”
“IDScan.net has pioneered dependable and innovative technology that scans both sides of an ID then compares it with the person in front of the kiosk, verifying not just their identity but also other factors, such as age,” Petrov says, “As an extra layer of validation, the technology can also perform third-party checks.” Third-party checks validate details about an individual using services such as DMV data verification, IdentiFraud, criminal background checks and even watch lists.
IDScan.net has created customized ID scanner solutions for more than 6,500 of the world’s most trusted brands across all industries.
For more information on solutions utilizing 2D barcode scanning, contact us.
The size of the global online gambling and betting industry amounted to 61.5 billion dollars in 2021, and has been forecast to increase by 86% by 2028. At the same time, a total of 16.4% of Internet gamblers were classified as either moderate or problem gamblers. But when the casino is on your phone or in your home, it’s hard to take a break from the action, and it’s easy to lose track of time and money.
However, the onus shouldn’t be only on the player to walk away from the game.
Responsible Online Gaming
Responsible gaming programs are an essential part of business practices in the U.S. gaming industry. As a condition of licensing, states may mandate both land-based and online gaming operators submit for approval a plan for addressing responsible gaming issues.
How are online operators encouraging responsible gaming? They’re offering a set of tools and safeguards built into the gambling software.
Here are five of the most popular responsible gaming tools. And while any one tactic on its own may not be effective, using a combination of these tools can help gamblers keep the amount of time and money spent logged on to online gaming sites reasonable rather than problematic.
Additionally, licensees are discouraged from targeting the self-excluded individual with any marketing messages. Though self-exclusion lists are not legally binding and enforcement is uneven in states that allow online gambling, an operator may expel a player if they are found gambling in violation of the self-exclusion program.
There are remote identity verification solutions available that can help online gaming operators stay in compliance by ensuring that those on self-exclusion lists are barred from gambling on their sites. For more information, contact IDScan.net to discuss a solution tailor made for the gaming industry.
There is nothing stopping you from legally buying a car without a driver’s license, though not having one may complicate the process of getting insurance, registering the car, and obtaining financing. Additionally, certain tasks, which can now be completed online, will have to be taken care of in person.
While unusual, there are several scenarios in which a person without a driver’s license may want to buy a car. These include:
Insurance challenges
One of the biggest hurdles to owning a car without a driver’s license is getting insurance. Typically, insurance companies require a driver’s license number in order for them to check driving history, and most states require that cars are insured. However, insurance companies will accept the driver’s license information of whoever will be the primary driver of the vehicle, and you will be listed on the policy as an excluded driver. Even though you’re paying the premium, its cost will be calculated based on the primary driver.
Registering the car
In order to register your car, you must present a driver’s license and proof of insurance to the DMV. Because you will not be able to do either, you’ll need to share ownership of the car with another person. The driver of the vehicle will be named the titleholder.
Financing woes
Obtaining financing without a driver’s license is difficult, with many dealerships refusing to finance a car without a license. They know that because of registration requirements, you’ll only have partial ownership of the vehicle. While you can apply for a loan from a third party source, they will normally require that you have insurance coverage first. Of course, you’ll need to provide a government ID and income statement. They may also request proof that your driver’s license was not suspended or revoked.
The entire car-buying process favors those with driver’s licenses, so while it is possible and legal to buy a car without a license, there will be obstacles to overcome, such as getting insurance, financing, and registering the car.
Learn about IDScan.net’s ID scanning solutions for the automotive industry.
There are 110 dispensaries across the state of Illinois. In 2021, sales reached $1.38 billion, doubling the total from 2020. With 185 new recreational dispensary licenses recently approved, sales will likely continue to grow.
ID Scanning at Illinois Dispensaries
Illinois is one of three states leading the charge on officially mandating digital scanning for cannabis purchase, after Nevada and New Jersey. Digital scanning removes risk of error, ensures compliance with state laws, stops previously banned patrons from entering the premises, and can track daily maximums. Use of an ID scanner also enhances customer experience by reducing wait times.
The Illinois statute reads as follows:
“A dispensing organization shall use an electronic reader or electronic scanning device to scan a purchaser’s government-issued identification, if applicable, to determine the purchaser’s age and the validity of the identification.”
This statute was part of legislation reaffirmed in 2021.
Additionally, IDs must be scanned to determine purchase limits, which are based on Illinois residency. The purchases limits are as follows:
Use & Storage of PII
The use of information obtained from a driver’s license is regulated in the state. Illinois has one of the most stringent PII retention requirements in the nation and requires that PII immediately be flushed post scan.
Though Illinois requires that PII be deleted after scanning, because the primary function of scanning is fraud detection, information obtained from scanning can be used to approve credit applications, check acceptance, and refunds.
Key Facts To Know
Liabilities & Fines
According to Illinois Law, as long as an ID was scanned and determined to be legitimate, neither the dispensary nor the budtender is legally responsible for underage sales. Instead, the individual who presented the fraudulent ID would be subject to a misdemeanor.
Ideal Solutions
IDScan.net is the only ID scanning solution which can scan IDs to determine age and purchase limits and immediately flush data. VeriScan Online with an M500 for authentication is an ideal solution for Illinois dispensaries.
Contact us at hello@idscan.net for assistance selecting the right solution for your business.
There are few things worse than leaving your house without your wallet. With more than 30 states taking steps to implement digital driver’s licenses (mDLs) accessible from your smartphone, the hassle of forgetting your license will soon be a thing of the past. But In order to verify and store your identity digitally, you must have an app on your smartphone.
While some apps are state-sponsored, others rely on Apple iOS’s built-in Wallet app.
Apple Wallet/Apple watch
Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Utah, and New York use Apple Wallet to store their mDLs.
To use the Apple Wallet app, you need an iPhone 8 or newer, and an Apple Watch Series 4 or newer. You must also have the latest iOS versions downloaded for both your phone and your watch, two-factor authentication must be on, and you must be signed in with your Apple ID with your location set.
During the setup process, you will be prompted to follow these steps:
After you’ve downloaded the app and set up your account, the issuing state will verify the ID. Once the ID has been verified, it will be added to your Apple Wallet.
State-sponsored apps
Several states offer their own apps to store your digital ID.
Arizona, Delaware, Oklahoma, and Mississippi use the same app, mID.
To install mID for these states:
Louisiana and Colorado have developed their own apps. The process for setting-up your mDL differs depending on the state.
While it’s still too early to leave your physical ID at home, the trend toward mDLs is ramping up, along with all things digital and remote. Preparing for the inevitability of mDLs is critical and includes the ability to scan any state ID, digital or physical. Contact one of our experts to ensure your business is ready for the wave of mobile IDs.
