The legal situation is more complex and nuanced than the headline implies, so the article is worth reading. This adds another ruling to the confusing case history regarding forced biometric unlocking.

  • @fl42v@lemmy.ml
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    8 months ago

    The idea is usually to access the victim’s banking app, or 2fa app, etc, AFAIK.

      • @fl42v@lemmy.ml
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        28 months ago

        Idk about iOS, but android lets you add a fingerprint using the lock screen password

        • @flames5123@lemmy.world
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          28 months ago

          When changing biometric data on the iPhone, it locks you out of using it in other apps, making you put in your bank/other specific password.