KIB launches first Biometric Visa Card in Kuwait

KIB launches first Biometric Visa Card in Kuwait

Kuwait: Kuwait International Bank (KIB) is pleased to announce the launch of its Biometric Visa Card, which uses the customer’s fingerprint to authorize POS transactions. The new offering will allow Visa Infinite cardholders to enroll their fingerprints on their biometric cards easily instead of requiring a PIN. The next-generation biometric card is based on Zwipe’s platform and dedicated to KIB’s Black Banking segment of customers, in line with the Bank’s digital transformational journey and ongoing efforts to provide its customers with digitally enhanced services and solutions.

Discussing KIB’s new fingerprint authentication method, Ms. Deema Al Mulaifi, Assistant General Manager of Operations at KIB, said: “KIB prides itself as a progressive Islamic bank that continues to offer its customers a unique banking experience enhanced by additional convenience and security. We are pleased to announce that our Black Banking segment customers can now enjoy innovative technology through the new Biometric Visa Card, which is designed to provide convenience and ease of access, with a high level of security against fraud attempts.”

Al Mulaifi added: “The ability to continue delivering on-demand, tailored, and innovative products and services to our customers is a unique mark that distinguishes KIB from others. The Biometric Card feature has the