How This $40 Finger Scanner Could Transform Health Care

The video discusses the development of a fingerprint scanner by Imprints, a company founded by Cambridge University PhD students. This device, powered by ARM technology, aims to connect individuals to their medical records using biometrics. It has shown significant potential in Bangladesh, aiding in maternal health monitoring. Funded by ARM and the Gates Foundation, the device is designed through 3D printing and is intended for sale to NGOs and governments. Future field tests are planned in Sudan, Benin, and Kenya, highlighting the scanner's potential global impact.

In what ways is ARM Holdings trying to demonstrate the relevance of their technology to healthcare?

What challenges does the fingerprint scanner still need to overcome before widespread use?