Amazon Rekognition Face Liveness launches accuracy improvements and new challenge setting for improved UX
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AWS has enhanced Amazon Rekognition Face Liveness with new features to improve user experience and fraud detection:
- Added a new 'FaceMovementChallenge' setting alongside existing 'FaceMovementAndLightChallenge'
- New setting reduces liveness check time by 3 seconds by removing flashing light requirement
- Allows users to complete checks using front or back-facing camera
- Improved accuracy across both challenge settings
- Available in all AWS commercial regions at no additional cost
The update provides more flexible liveness detection options for industries like finance, healthcare, and social media, while maintaining strong anti-fraud capabilities.
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