Walmart had six patents in cybersecurity during Q2 2024. Walmart Inc filed patents for an identification validation system for age-restricted items, a method for determining item availability in a shopping space using sensors and a motorized transport unit, and a system for automated storage and retrieval based on user authentication information. These patents aim to enhance the shopping experience and streamline processes for customers. GlobalData’s report on Walmart gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Walmart had no grants in cybersecurity as a theme in Q2 2024.
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Application: Validating identification of a user for purchase of age-restricted items (Patent ID: US20240212014A1)
The patent filed by Walmart Inc. describes an identification validation system and method that involves verifying the age of a user purchasing an age-restricted item by capturing biometric data through the user's mobile device. The system prompts the user to enable an age validation feature on their mobile wallet application, captures biometric data using the mobile device's functionalities, and compares the data to verify the user's identity. The method also includes generating a scannable age validation code for completing the purchase of the age-restricted item.
Furthermore, the system calculates a confidence metric based on the comparison of facial features captured by a camera with stored biometric data, adjusts the required confidence level based on the restriction level of the item, and incorporates various biometric data input functionalities like fingerprint sensors and retinal scanners. Additionally, the system analyzes the purchase history of age-restricted items to detect fraud and can disable the age validation feature in response to fraudulent activities. The patent also covers a computer system and a computer program product implementing the described method for validating age identification at a point of sale device, emphasizing the use of biometric data and mobile wallet applications for secure age verification during purchases.
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