One of the world’s busiest arenas, London’s O2, is adding an Amazon “Just Walk Out” checkout-free concession stand later this summer, according to releases from the venue and from Amazon. From the rendering provided by the arena, the new stand appears to be of the single-lane variety, built into a previous space on the concourse. […]
Beyond convenience: Facial authentication tech supports inclusivity
By Cindy Fitzmartin, Wicket Beyond convenience: Facial authentication tech supports inclusivity at stadiums and live events Facial authentication technology is making waves in the world of live events. While some raise concerns about privacy, there’s a positive aspect often overlooked: Its potential to enhance inclusivity for attendees. Here’s how facial authentication can create a more […]
J.P. Morgan takes first drive in stadium-based biometric payments at Miami F1 race
While calling its initial foray a “pilot” project, J.P. Morgan Payments said its deployment of facial-authentication payment verification systems at the recent F1 race in Miami is just the start of its planned presence at sports and entertainment venues. Prashant Sharma, the executive director for biometrics and identity solutions at the banking giant J.P. Morgan, […]
Centralized identity and the era of the automated fan experience
By Ashim Banerjee, IDmission Think about visiting a stadium. When you’re there to watch your favorite team, you are constantly asked to show things, like tickets, ID, credit cards, or access badges. Each one requires you to line up, because at halftime or between innings, thousands of others are trying to do the same. Meanwhile […]
Axess adding Wicket’s facial authentication tech to its stadium ticketing pedestals
Axess, a provider of stadium ticketing and access management systems, is in the process of adding Wicket’s facial-authentication software to its entry pedestals, which would allow venues to support the widest range of ticket authentication technologies in a single piece of hardware. Though the product doesn’t yet have a formal name (UPDATE: Per a LinkedIn […]
Verizon sees 40.8 TB of cellular data used on its network at Indy 500
The Indianapolis 500, which is once again attracting sellout crowds, is proving to be a huge wireless-data usage day as well, with Verizon seeing 40.8 TB of data used on its networks in and around the speedway for last Sunday’s race. While actual attendance is always hard to figure out — especially since Sunday’s 108th […]
