Tencent, the Chinese tech giant, is envisioning a future where people can do everything from making purchases to accessing their office buildings with just a swipe of their hand. The company’s PalmSecure service, which uses palm scanning technology for authentication, has been in use for cybersecurity purposes for some time.
However, Tencent is now looking to expand its platform to become a part of daily life, according to Guo Kaitian, the general manager of Tencent’s payment and clearing business. The company hopes that palm payments can eliminate the need for physical items and make life more convenient for people. Tencent staff are already using the system to enter corporate canteens for lunch, and the company is exploring other potential applications, such as subway access and office building entry.
The palm scanning technology is contactless, making it a safer option during the pandemic. Tencent’s palm scanning service is not the only one of its kind, with Amazon launching a similar service in 2020. However, Tencent’s focus on expanding its platform to become a part of daily life sets it apart from other companies. The palm scanning service is just one example of how technology is transforming the way we interact with the world around us.
