29th December Advanced English Practice (C1/C2) - Eyes on the Prize
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Today's episode is about the invention of iris recognition software and how it changed the world. Listen here to find out more about it. If you want to read along with the audio find the article here Come and be part of my Patreon community for just $1/$3 per month, where you'll get access to special video content. This month, I'm sharing an exclusive video about the UK's Christmas traditions. Click here for more details. To find out more about my lessons you can find my website here. Or you can email me at [email protected] 20 minute trial lesson for just £5. 30 minute lesson for £8. Or book a package of 10 of these lessons and get the 11th one free 60 minute lesson for £15. Or book a package of 10 of these lessons and get the 11th one free Check your understanding What technology did Dr John Daugman pioneer in the 1990s, and what motivated its development? What challenges did the creators of the iris recognition algorithm face in developing a foolproof identification system? How did the iris recognition algorithm overcome variations in lighting, pupil dilation, and other factors during its development? In what fields did iris recognition technology find applications, and how did it impact those areas? How did smartphones benefit from the implementation of iris recognition, and what changes did it bring to user authentication methods?
