Odds are if Apple does introduce an iPhone model that includes fingerprint recognition technology either as a general security function, for mobile payment safety or both, others will follow suit.

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He also points to plans at Microsoft to introduce VoIP applications into upcoming software as a sign that the technology's security issues are reaching a tipping point.

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He also points to plans at Microsoft (nasdaq: MSFT - news - people ) to introduce VoIP applications into upcoming software as a sign that the technology's security issues are reaching a tipping point.

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