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LATHICAI Glossary

Multimodal AI

Face verification

Checking whether a face matches a specified person or reference image.

Example

A sign-in check compares a selfie with a stored photograph.

Why people use it

It checks whether a person matches the identity they claim.

What you'll hear

“Does this selfie match the account photo?”

What this means for you

Find out how someone can get help if a genuine match is rejected.

Can you control it?

Sometimes

Sometimes. Your choices depend on the tool and your access. The settings available to an everyday user may differ from those available to the people running it.

Common questions

How is checking different from identification?
Checking checks one claimed identity; identification searches among possible identities.
Can appearance changes affect the match?
Yes. Aging, facial hair, coverings and poor image quality can affect the comparison.
Does a match prove the person agreed to the transaction?
No. Matching a face does not establish consent or permission for a particular action.

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