The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has unveiled the region’s first biometric payment solution, introducing facial and palm recognition technologies to support the country’s Digital Economy Agenda. The initiative was launched through the CBUAE’s Sandbox Programme and Innovation Hub at the Emirates Institute of Finance, in collaboration with Network International, a major fintech company operating across the Middle East and Africa.
Currently in the proof-of-concept stage, the solution is being demonstrated at the Dubai Land Department, where customers can complete transactions by verifying their identity using facial or palm biometrics. The system removes the need for physical cards or mobile devices, offering a seamless and contactless payment experience. The solution is enabled by Network International and powered by biometric platform PopID.
