Top 14 Innovations in Security + Hitachi Steering Wheel Finger Vein Scanner (SUPER GALLERY)

Another advance in auto security has arisen, this time by Hitachi, and it involves some high tech finger print scanning technology. The new steering wheel finger vein authentification system debuted at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show this month.

So much for those chic leather driving gloves!

“This new system has two advantages - usability and security: from security viewpoint, the main application is theft prevention,” New Launches said. “However there is twist to the tail, the company apparently sees the demand for using it as a preventative measure against unauthorized use of ‘on-vehicle credit settlement,’” they explained.

“From the usability aspect, the system allows an interior that can satisfy the driver’s requirements (seat position, air conditioner setting, etc.) and enhances the operability of various kinds of applications (audio equipment, car navigation system, etc.)

What happens if you’ve had a few too many and you ask your buddy to drive? I suppose you would have to put your hands on the wheel first.

“The system will be able to store and identity finger vein patterns of several people; so family members and friends can still use your car”

Check out Hitachi’s original finger vein scanner as well as the top innovations in security and password protection technology:

Finger Vein Scanners - Hitachi’s High Tech Security

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Pay By Finger - Fingerprint Terminals at Shoppers (GALLERY)

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Credit Card of the Future: Finger Print Activated + Real Time Financial Info (GALLERY)

The credit card of the future is and RFID enabled device that links into your bank information so that you can display your financial situation and even get a financial forecast.  It could also serve as your driver’s license, student ID and passport.  For security, no information is stored on the de… [More]

Your Doodles As Passwords - Background Draw A Secret

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Eye Passwords - Too Lazy to Type?  Just Stare at Your PIN

Reseaerchers at Stanford University have developed ‘eye passwords’.  Eye passwords allow you to enter your bank pin by simply glaring at the right keys. The system is intended to protect you from spying people.  However, I think it’s really just a solution for people who are too lazy to type. [More]

Security Keyboard Recognizes Typing Patterns

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Commercial Iris Scanner - BM-ET200 Eye Scanner

If security is an issue for you, or you’ve just been intrigued by the high levels of security in movies and on TV, you should check out Panasonic’s new iris scanner. The BM-ET200 Eye Scanner will give you an accurate identification in mere seconds. Panasonic must have thought $2,417 was a bit steep,… [More]

3D Face Recognition System - Say Good Bye To Finger Print Scanners

Bioscrypt Inc’s has developed a 3D face recognition system that uses a webcam-like interface and can be used to authenticate users. With this new technology, you do not have to remember your password anymore. You can login to a computer, networks or any system by just flashing your face to the camer… [More]

Speed Through Airport Security with Clear

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Rogun - A Robot That Can Recognize Your Face

A start-up company in Korea (KornTech) has made a breakthrough - they’ve created a very cool robot that can recognize faces. The robot uses face recognition technology. It has real value as a security measure since it can quickly identify an intruder by quickly scanning its database, and then issue … [More]

FaceCode - Face-Recognition Software For Your Computer

Want to protect your private computer files and make sure that you and only you have access to your personal information? Then check out FaceCode - face-recognition software that uses your web-cam to ensure the security of your system by scanning your face to make sure that you… are really you! [More]

Biometric Access Safe

The most secure way to store small valuables at home or in the office: more precise than a traditional fingerprint ID system, biometric technology allows you to open this safe based on your unique biometric print. Up to 10 fingerprint access users can be added and the heavily insulated steel safe al… [More]

Cobra Guards $120,000 Sandals - Harrods Security (VIDEO)

Harrods in London has just invested in an Egyptian cobra to guard a pair of shoes. The snake watches over the Rene Caovilla sandals which are valued at $120,000 and feature a cobra design with eyes made of rubies. The diamond-encrusted luxury footwear also flashes off some hefty sapphires, making th… [More]

Real ID - DHS to Force Increased Security for National IDs

Despite heavy opposition from citizens and state legislatures, the Department of Homeland Security is moving full steam to implement the REAL ID Act.  The Real ID is an effort to “strengthen securitty standards for state-issued driver’s licenses,” however, critics warn that the Real ID could “open t… [More]