Jeremy Gutsche — January 22, 2007 — Business
Speed through airport security for $100 by registering as a Clear Registered Traveler. Clear is a private company that helps you to (give up your privacy so you can) prove you are not a terrorist. You'll have to get your iris and finger prints scanned, but 35,000 people have already signed up.
Implications - Clear Registered Traveler promises that once you have been accepted, you will fly through airport security like a breeze without any hassle at all. Clear claims that by becoming a member, travelers will have less stress and more time. If you are running late for a flight, Clear is perfect for those who need to catch their plane in a rush.
Implications - Clear Registered Traveler promises that once you have been accepted, you will fly through airport security like a breeze without any hassle at all. Clear claims that by becoming a member, travelers will have less stress and more time. If you are running late for a flight, Clear is perfect for those who need to catch their plane in a rush.
Trend Themes
1. Clear Registered Traveler - Privatized airport security program that offers expedited screening for travelers willing to provide biometric information.
2. Iris and Fingerprints Scanning - Biometric technologies used by Clear Registered Traveler to verify travelers' identities and expedite airport security procedures.
3. Time-saving Airport Security - Innovative solutions like Clear Registered Traveler that aim to reduce stress and save time for travelers at airport security checkpoints.
Industry Implications
1. Travel and Tourism - Clear Registered Traveler disrupts traditional airport security procedures and offers a new level of convenience for travelers.
2. Biometric Technology - The use of iris and fingerprint scanning in airport security systems is a growing industry that provides enhanced security measures and expedited screening processes.
3. Privacy and Security Solutions - Companies like Clear address the need for balancing convenience and privacy concerns in the airport security industry, with potential for further disruptive innovations in privacy-focused technologies.
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