Trend cluster
Category

Multi-Step
Identification

Institutions take on identify theft with multi-step authentication.

Biometric Identification PlatformsBiometric Credit CardsPassword-Eliminating USB KeysSmart Citizenry CardsFinger Vibration Security Systems

Trend

What is the Multi-Step Identification trend?

Multi-Step Identification: Taking the growing concerns over identify theft into account, institutions and government services are turning to more elaborate security measures for protection. Implementing everything from biometric technology to hack-proof software and multi-step authentication, services are not only seeking to thwart on-going threats, but they're doing so in a way that combines various technological solutions.

Trend themes

Themes within the Multi-Step Identification trend

Three behaviours holding the trend together
01

Biometric Authentication

Business professionals in the banking and ID verification industries can explore innovations in biometric authentication using fingerprint, facial voice, and thumbprint recognition for more secure, streamlined customer experiences.

02

Token-Based Security

Opportunities in cybersecurity can be found in creating hardware or software solutions like USB dongles or blockchain-based technology for multifactor authentication, reducing the need for passwords to protect online identities.

03

Vibration-Based Authentication

Startups and researchers can look into lower-cost vibration-based authentication methods for securing digital identities, such as finger vibration-based authentication or biometric authentication platforms.

Industry implications

What the Multi-Step Identification trend means for industry

Where the trend changes the playbook
For

Banking

Banking professionals can explore opportunities to incorporate biometric authentication and token-based security measures to provide customers with more secure, user-friendly mobile banking experiences.

For

ID Verification

Governments and corporations can look into integrating biometric authentication and blockchain-based technology to enhance ID verification processes in areas such as immigration, drivers license issuing, and residency cards.

For

Cybersecurity

Professionals in cybersecurity can create token-based security solutions like USB dongles, and blockchain-based authentication to replace passwords while also exploring alternative authentication methods like finger-vibration based authentication.

Workshop question

With growing paranoia around information sharing, how can you earn the trust of your consumers via digital engagement?

Trend signals

Trend signals for Multi-Step Identification

Trend score 3.9 out of 10, from popularity 60%, activity 49%, freshness 8%.

Popularity60%
Activity49%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
  • Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
South America
Africa

Evidence

Examples of the Multi-Step Identification trend

9 featured examples from Sep 9, 2015 to Jul 30, 2018
Biometric Identification Platforms
CategoryTech

Biometric Identification Platforms

VerifyMe's System Measures Faces, Voices, Retinas and More

Implementing VerifyMe's ID services platform presents the opportunity for the finance industry to replace traditional passwords and pins with advanced biometric security technolog…

Biometric Credit Cards
CategoryTech

Biometric Credit Cards

Mastercard is Trialing a Thumbprint Credit Card for Added Security

Disruptive innovation opportunity in the banking industry by integrating biometric technology into credit cards for enhanced security measures.

Password-Eliminating USB Keys
CategoryTech

Password-Eliminating USB Keys

Yubico's YubiKey USB Dongles Now Work With Windows 10

The cybersecurity industry can capitalize on the trend of passwordless authentication by developing and marketing new solutions that are more secure and user-friendly.

Smart Citizenry Cards
CategoryTech

Smart Citizenry Cards

The Gemalto Government ID Program Provides Unparalleled Security

The Gemalto Government ID Program provides disruptive innovation opportunities for government organizations seeking enhanced security and streamlined processes.

Finger Vibration Security Systems
CategoryTech

Finger Vibration Security Systems

The VibWrite System Uses Biometric Authentication Technology

VibWrite's finger vibration authentication technology has the potential to disrupt the traditional biometric security industry.

Tangible Computer Security Keys
CategoryTech

Tangible Computer Security Keys

The Titan Security Key Gives Users an Extra Layer Of Cybersecurity

The technology industry can leverage the trend of physical cybersecurity keys to develop innovative products that provide users with secure and convenient authentication solutions.

Fingerprint-Based Banking Services
CategoryTech

Fingerprint-Based Banking Services

This App Uses Fingerprints to Verify a Customer's Identity

Exploring new ways to enhance security and improve user experience in digital banking.

Anti-Fraud ID Cards
CategoryTech

Anti-Fraud ID Cards

CryptID Boasts Enhanced Security Features That Prevent Identity Theft

CryptID's digital ID card system with enhanced security features presents disruptive innovation opportunities for government institutions relying on traditional identification met…

Blockchain-Based 2FA Technology
CategoryTech

Blockchain-Based 2FA Technology

Hydro Autheticator Offers Ultra-Secure Two-Factor Authentication

The cybersecurity industry can benefit from implementing blockchain-based 2FA technology like Hydro Authenticator to provide more secure options for their clients.