# Biological Notary Devices The DNA Stamper Uses Your Genetic Code to Verify Documents By Michael Hines | Published 2011-05-02 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dna-stamper References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/04/29/dna-stamper-identities-and-genism/) & [jamiethoms](http://www.jamiethoms.co.uk/) The DNA Stamper is an intriguing art installation from Jamie Thoms that asks the question, "How much do you trust others with your DNA?" The DNA Stamper works as a futuristic notary, using your DNA to stamp a consent form. The DNA Stamper was also designed to verify identities and to acquire tissue samples. While Thoms is intending this to be an eye-opening art project, I can't help but see the real world applications. With an apology to professional notaries, I think this art project, if made functional, would be a great way to [verify documents and prevent identity theft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iris-id). [Signatures can be forged](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signature-generator-pro) and identities can be faked, but you can't fake DNA. Of course, giving up your DNA to a machine willy-nilly isn't the greatest of ideas either... ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Biological Identity Verification:** The DNA Stamper highlights the potential for using one's DNA as a secure method of identity verification, offering opportunities for disruptive innovation in areas such as document authentication and identity theft prevention. - **Art-inspired Technological Innovations:** Art installations like the DNA Stamper spark ideas for innovative technologies that bridge the gap between art and practical applications, opening up avenues for disruptive innovation in various industries. - **Biosecurity and Privacy Concerns:** The DNA Stamper raises important questions about the potential risks and ethical considerations associated with using personal DNA for identification, creating opportunities for disruptive innovation in biosecurity and privacy protection. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Document Authentication:** The DNA Stamper presents opportunities for the document authentication industry to explore new ways to verify the authenticity of important documents, leveraging the unique properties of DNA. - **Identity Verification:** The technology behind the DNA Stamper offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the identity verification industry, enabling more secure and reliable methods of confirming individuals' identities. - **Artificial Intelligence and Biometric Technology:** The fusion of art and technology seen in the DNA Stamper project could inspire disruptive innovation in industries such as artificial intelligence and biometric technology, exploring novel applications for biological data analysis and authentication. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Art Market Authentication Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-authentication-app.md) - [E-Signature ID Verification Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/annature.md) - [Fingerprint-Scanning Water Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-dispenser-concept.md) - [Extensive Online Verification Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sign-in-with-id.md) - [At-Home Genetic Testing Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dnalabs.md) - [Digital Signatures Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-a-sign.md) - [Palm-Sized Tattoo Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporary-tattoo-device.md) - [AI-Powered Tattoo Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot-device.md) - [Biometric Banking Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biometric-system.md)