Devices that scan index fingers for identities gaining popularity at retailers

Will that be cash, check or finger?

Biometric devices -- which confirm identification by measuring biological or behavioral features -- have been a staple of police work and science-fiction movies for decades. Now they're moving into the everyday world of airports, workplaces and corner markets.

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I don't think it'll catch on. Dirty fingers, cuts, dry skin, ect would seem to effect acuracy. Even in the police dept, they need to be verified by eye.

Disneyworld has jumped on the bandwagon.
Not a bad idea, being the likely terrorist target it is?
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'Granny' has already got her finger ready for scanning ...