Walmart had 45 patents in ecommerce during Q2 2024. Walmart Inc filed patents for an identification validation system for age-restricted items, a combination automated-service and self-service store model, a system for combining digital images, noise-resistant complementary item recommendations, and a method for determining item availability in a shopping space using motorized transport units and sensors. 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 ecommerce 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 a user's age when purchasing age-restricted items. The system prompts users to enable an age validation feature on their mobile wallet application, captures biometric data using the mobile device's camera, and compares it to verify the user's identity. The method includes generating a scannable age validation code for completing the purchase and analyzing the confidence level of the biometric match to determine the level of restriction for the age-restricted item. Additionally, the system can detect fraudulent activity based on purchase history and disable the age validation feature if necessary.
The patent also outlines a computer system and program product for validating age identification at a point of sale device, utilizing facial recognition technology and other biometric data inputs. The system calculates a confidence metric for the biometric match, adjusts the required confidence level based on the item's restriction level, and can disable the age validation feature in case of fraud. By running a mobile wallet application with an enabled age validation feature, the system can monitor purchase history to detect fraudulent activity and take appropriate action. Overall, the patent presents a comprehensive method and system for age verification during purchases of age-restricted items, incorporating various biometric data inputs and fraud detection mechanisms.
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