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| Title | Voice Biometric Technology: Enhancing Public Safety And Security In Smart Cities |
|---|---|
| ID_Doc | 61348 |
| Authors | Ben Abdel Ouahab I.; Elaachak L.; Bouhorma M.; Alluhaidan Y.A.; Zafar B. |
| Year | 2024 |
| Published | Proceedings of 2024 1st Edition of the Mediterranean Smart Cities Conference, MSCC 2024 |
| DOI | http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/MSCC62288.2024.10697089 |
| Abstract | Voice biometric technology stands as a promising avenue for bolstering public safety and security within smart cities, as it finds application in access control, law enforcement authentication, and crime analysis. This review delves into its pivotal role, exploring the benefits, challenges, and future outlook. It underscores the technology's reliance on unique vocal traits for identity verification and emphasizes the critical importance of maintaining public safety amidst the proliferation of advanced urban technologies. While highlighting the advantages of heightened security and precision, the review also addresses pertinent concerns regarding privacy and ethical considerations associated with voice data utilization. Furthermore, it examines the hurdles of seamlessly integrating voice biometric technology into existing urban infrastructure, alongside discussions on potential advancements and the imperative need for regulatory frameworks, legal considerations, and public acceptance to ensure responsible implementation and widespread adoption. Ultimately, the review underscores the transformative potential of voice biometric technology in enhancing urban safety and security while emphasizing the necessity for comprehensive consideration of ethical, legal, and societal implications in its deployment. ©2024 IEEE. |
| Author Keywords | Privacy; Security; Smart cities; Voice biometrics |
