# Personal Authentication Wallets This Secure Wallet is Opened with the Swipe of an Owner's Finger By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-10-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secure-wallet References: [hammacher](http://www.hammacher.com/Product/81863?promo=search) For many people, having a secure wallet means having plenty of proper closures to keep valuables from falling out, but this Biometric Wallet from Hammacher Schlemmer is a bit more high-tech. Like many smartphones that require users to scan a finger to access certain features, this wallet uses [biometrics to grant entry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraloq-smart-home-locks). Knowing that wallets are often shared by couples and family members, the smart wallet can be programmed to recognize up to 10 unique fingerprints. The carbon fiber construction of the wallet also protects against digital RFID information theft. To further prevent theft and loss, the [wallet is integrated with Bluetooth technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trackable-passport-wallet), so that if the wallet goes beyond a certain radius, its owner is alerted. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Biometric Wallets:** Biometric wallets that use fingerprint recognition for secure access. - **RFID Protection:** Wallets with carbon fiber construction to protect against digital RFID information theft. - **Bluetooth Integration:** Wallets integrated with Bluetooth technology for theft and loss prevention. ### Where This Applies - **Wallet Manufacturing:** Manufacturers of wallets incorporating biometric technology and RFID protection. - **Security Solutions:** Companies providing innovative solutions for personal authentication and data protection. - **Smart Device Connectivity:** Industries focused on integrating Bluetooth technology into various products for enhanced connectivity and security. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Payment-Friendly Crypto Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secux-shield-bio.md) - [Biometric Bank-Grade Door Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/securam-touch.md) - [Female-Focused Smart Wallet Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iclutch-smart-wallet.md) - [Multi-Purpose Cooling Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-fiber-rfid-wallet.md) - [Fingerprint-Scanning Payment Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biometric-payment-cards.md) - [Protective Fan-Style Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shuffle-wallet.md) - [Self-Locating Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esr-geo-wallet.md) - [RFID-Blocking Origami Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-wallet.md) - [Ultra-Secure Cryptocurrency Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keystone-pro-hardware-wallet.md)