# Facial Recognition Tickets Bristol Robotics Lab is Developing the Future of Ticketing in the UK By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-07-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-of-ticketing References: [bbc](http://www.bbc.com/news/av/technology-40676084/how-facial-recognition-could-replace-train-tickets) & [brl.ac.uk](http://www.brl.ac.uk/) The UK's [Bristol Robotics Lab](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-buses) is developing a [facial recognition system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facial-recognition-security) that may have the potential to usher in the future of ticketing. The system is currently being designed to replace the need for tickets on trains in the UK, and uses two near-infrared lights to help a camera pick up on the unique texture and orientations of the pixel that make up a face. Since everyone—including twins—has a completely unique three-dimensional facial structure, the system is able to recognize individuals, even if they are wearing glasses. As such, the advanced system will not recognize photos of faces, as they lack dimension. The development of the facial recognition ticketing system has the potential to completely replace [tokens, paper tickets and plastic cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moovit-ticket-purchasing) when it comes to permitting entry to a secure space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Facial Recognition Ticketing:** Creating a new method of ticketing through facial recognition technology. - **Near-infrared Facial Recognition:** Developing facial recognition systems using near-infrared lights for improved accuracy. - **3D Facial Recognition:** Advancing the technology of facial recognition to three dimensions for improved security measures. ### Where This Applies - **Public Transportation:** Transforming the way people pay for and access public transportation in a more efficient and secure way. - **Event Venues:** Providing a more streamlined and secure entry process for crowded event venues, such as concerts and sports stadiums. - **Airports:** Developing a more efficient and personalized security system for airport check-in and boarding processes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Airport Authentication Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abu-dhabi-airports.md) - [AI-Powered CCTV Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-9.md) - [Facial Recognition Checkouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contactless-store.md) - [Smart Cashierless Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cashierless-shop.md) - [Facial Recognition Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-lock-ultra-vision.md) - [Seamless Biometric Payment Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mastercard-1.md) - [Hospitality Facial Recognition Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoox-pass.md) - [QR Code Travel Tickets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delhi-metro.md) - [Biometric HR Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hr-face-check.md)