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Methods and apparatus for limiting access to games using biometric data

US8123616B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 25, 2003
Grant dateFeb 28, 2012
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Expiry dateOct 13, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07F17/3239
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

In a method of facilitating the playing of a game via a gaming apparatus, a wager may be received via a value input device. Biometric data associated with a game play selection of a game may be received, and whether to permit the game play selection may be determined based on the received biometric data. A video image relating to the game may be displayed on a display unit, and a value payout associated with an outcome of the game may be determined.

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