Touch Biometrix develops capacitive fingerprint sensors that can be customized in size and shape for seamless integration into various devices, enhancing user authentication without the need for passwords. Their technology addresses security risks associated with traditional authentication methods by providing a more convenient and reliable biometric solution.
Funding
$2.8M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional authentication methods rely on passwords, which are prone to security breaches and can be inconvenient for users. Existing fingerprint sensors often have size and shape limitations due to their silicon-based manufacturing, restricting their integration into various devices. Large-area fingerprint sensors are typically bulky and expensive optical scanners.
Solution
Touch Biometrix develops capacitive fingerprint sensors that overcome the limitations of traditional biometric solutions. Their sensors can be customized in size and shape, enabling seamless integration into a wide range of devices, including mobile phones, biometric cards, and peripherals. The company's technology utilizes a disruptive manufacturing model that reduces costs compared to silicon-based sensors. Touch Biometrix's fingerprint sensing platform offers a more convenient and secure authentication experience, eliminating the need for passwords and enhancing user security. The sensors are designed to be ultra-thin and robust, making them suitable for various applications.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes manufacturers of mobile devices, biometric cards, and computer peripherals, as well as government agencies and enterprises requiring secure identification solutions.
Features
- Customizable sensor size and shape for integration into diverse devices
- Capacitive fingerprint sensing technology for accurate and reliable biometric authentication
- Ultra-thin glass-based sensors for FAP60 and larger applications
- Conformable plastic-based sensors for integration into smart objects, mobile devices, and biometric cards
- Proprietary fingerprint sensing algorithms for enhanced security
- Low power consumption for mobile applications
- Ability to print over the sensors without affecting performance, ideal for credit and debit cards
- Medium to large area fingerprint scanners (TCAP-Scan®) offering high-quality performance at 508ppi
- Mobile medium and large area scanners (TCAP-Mobil®) with superior performance and low power consumption