Face scan made mandatory when buying SIM cards in China
Personal identification using face scan has become one of the mandatory procedures when concluding an agreement with mobile operators
Face scanning in China is now a must when buying a SIM card. The Chinese government is actively replenishing the database with new data.
Starting December 1, 2019, a new requirement of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China comes into force. When buying SIM-cards, you will need to provide a copy of your identification card, reports Popular Mechanics.
The Chinese government took this step to protect the personal data of mobile network users in cyberspace. This will prevent the illegal distribution of subscriber information, as well as the resale of SIM-cards.
Privacy is a very sensitive topic. On the other hand, identification through a person can significantly simplify life. For example, in China, using this manipulation, you can already pay bills, goods and services, travel in vehicles, and get loans.
Scanning a face while buying a SIM card will allow operators to reach a new level: stop the possibility of fraud.
Face scanning in China is now a must when buying a SIM card. The Chinese government is actively replenishing the database with new data.
Starting December 1, 2019, a new requirement of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China comes into force. When buying SIM-cards, you will need to provide a copy of your identification card, reports Popular Mechanics.
The Chinese government took this step to protect the personal data of mobile network users in cyberspace. This will prevent the illegal distribution of subscriber information, as well as the resale of SIM-cards.
Privacy is a very sensitive topic. On the other hand, identification through a person can significantly simplify life. For example, in China, using this manipulation, you can already pay bills, goods and services, travel in vehicles, and get loans.
Scanning a face while buying a SIM card will allow operators to reach a new level: stop the possibility of fraud.
