Patents by Inventor Kenneth P. Weiss
Kenneth P. Weiss has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 11227676Abstract: A user device is configured to allow a user to select any one of a plurality of accounts associated with the user to employ in a financial transaction. In one embodiment, the user device includes a biometric sensor configured to receive a biometric input provided by the user, a user interface configured to receive a user input identifying information concerning an account selected by the user from the plurality of accounts. In a further embodiment, the user device a processor coupled to the biometric sensor to receive information concerning the biometric input and to the user interface. According to one embodiment, the processor is configured to generate a non-predictable value and to generate encrypted authentication information from the non-predictable value and any of the account identifying information, information concerning the biometric input, and secret information.Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 2020Date of Patent: January 18, 2022Assignee: UNIVERSAL SECURE REGISTRY, LLCInventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Publication number: 20210090697Abstract: A user device is configured to allow a user to select any one of a plurality of accounts associated with the user to employ in a financial transaction. In one embodiment, the user device includes a biometric sensor configured to receive a biometric input provided by the user, a user interface configured to receive a user input identifying information concerning an account selected by the user from the plurality of accounts. In a further embodiment, the user device a processor coupled to the biometric sensor to receive information concerning the biometric input and to the user interface. According to one embodiment, the processor is configured to generate a non-predictable value and to generate encrypted authentication information from the non-predictable value and any of the account identifying information, information concerning the biometric input, and secret information.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2020Publication date: March 25, 2021Inventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Patent number: 10885504Abstract: A secure registry system and method for the use thereof are provided which permits secure access to a database containing selected data on a plurality of entities, at least portions of which database has restricted access. Mechanisms are provided for controlling access to restricted access portions of the database are provided, such access being determined by at least one of the identity of the requesting entity and the entity's status. A multicharacter public code may be provided which the system can map to provide permit delivery of items, complete telephone calls and perform other functions for entities. The system may also be utilized to locate an individual based on limited biological data. Organizations utilizing the system may have custom software facilitating their access and use of the system.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2014Date of Patent: January 5, 2021Assignee: UNIVERSAL SECURE REGISTRY, LLCInventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Patent number: 10832245Abstract: According to some aspects of the disclosure, an electronic ID device is configured to allow a user to select an account associated with the user to employ in a transaction. The electronic ID device comprises a biometric sensor configured to receive a biometric input provided by the user, a user interface configured to receive a user input, a communication interface configured to communicate with a secure registry, and a processor coupled to the biometric sensor to receive information concerning the biometric input.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2020Date of Patent: November 10, 2020Assignee: UNIVSERSAL SECURE REGISTRY, LLCInventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Patent number: 10733607Abstract: According to some aspects of the disclosure, an electronic ID device is configured to allow a user to select an account associated with the user to employ in a transaction. The electronic ID device comprises a biometric sensor configured to receive a biometric input provided by the user, a user interface configured to receive a user input, a communication interface configured to communicate with a secure registry, wherein the communication interface includes a near field communication transceiver, and a processor coupled to the biometric sensor to receive information concerning the biometric input.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2019Date of Patent: August 4, 2020Assignee: UNIVERSAL SECURE REGISTRY, LLCInventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Publication number: 20200226611Abstract: According to some aspects of the disclosure, an electronic ID device is configured to allow a user to select an account associated with the user to employ in a transaction. The electronic ID device comprises a biometric sensor configured to receive a biometric input provided by the user, a user interface configured to receive a user input, a communication interface configured to communicate with a secure registry, and a processor coupled to the biometric sensor to receive information concerning the biometric input.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2020Publication date: July 16, 2020Inventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Patent number: 10636023Abstract: An authentication system and method of use thereof are provided to authenticate a user involved in a transaction. The system comprises a communications interface configured to receive a one-time code generated by an electronic device, wherein the one-time code is generated by an electronic device responsive to successful verification of biometric information at the point of use of the electronic device, and one or more processors configured to retrieve account information associated with a user of the electronic device, wherein the account information is retrieved in response to receiving the one-time code, and to use the retrieved account information to access account identifying information or identifying information associated with the user of the electronic device.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 2017Date of Patent: April 28, 2020Assignee: UNIVERSAL SECURE REGISTRY, LLCInventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Patent number: 10636022Abstract: An authentication system and method of use are provided to enable a transaction involving a first party and a user, the system comprising an electronic device comprising a communications interface and one or more processors. The one or more processors are configured to receive biometric information of the user and generate a one-time code in response to authenticating the user, wherein at least a portion of the one-time code is used to access account identifying information or user identifying information, wherein the communications interface is configured to communicate a signal comprising the one-time code to the first party in order to enable a transaction on behalf of the user, and wherein the received biometric information is verified at a point of use.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 2017Date of Patent: April 28, 2020Assignee: UNIVERSAL SECURE REGISTRY, LLCInventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Patent number: 10616198Abstract: Embodiments of the invention generally relate to apparatus, systems and methods for authenticating an entity for computer and/or network security and for selectively granting access privileges and providing other services in response to such authentications.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2016Date of Patent: April 7, 2020Assignee: UNIVERSAL SECURE REGISTRY, LLCInventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Publication number: 20200034849Abstract: According to one aspect, an electronic ID device is provided. The electronic ID device is configured to allow a user to select an account associated with the user to employ in a transaction, and includes a biometric sensor configured to receive a biometric input provided by the user, a user interface configured to receive a user input, a communication interface configured to communicate with a secure registry, and a processor coupled to the biometric sensor to receive information concerning the biometric input.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2019Publication date: January 30, 2020Inventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Publication number: 20200034850Abstract: According to some aspects of the disclosure, an electronic ID device is configured to allow a user to select an account associated with the user to employ in a transaction. The electronic ID device comprises a biometric sensor configured to receive a biometric input provided by the user, a user interface configured to receive a user input, a communication interface configured to communicate with a secure registry, wherein the communication interface includes a near field communication transceiver, and a processor coupled to the biometric sensor to receive information concerning the biometric input.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2019Publication date: January 30, 2020Inventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Patent number: 10163103Abstract: According to one aspect, the invention provides a system for authenticating identities of a plurality of users. In one embodiment, the system includes a first handheld device including a wireless transceiver which is configured to transmit authentication information, a second device including a wireless receiver, where the second device is configured to receive the authentication information.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2015Date of Patent: December 25, 2018Assignee: UNIVERSAL SECURE REGISTRY, LLCInventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Patent number: 9947000Abstract: An authentication system and method of use thereof are provided to authenticate a user involved in a transaction. The system comprises a communications interface configured to receive a one-time code generated by an electronic device, wherein the one-time code is generated by an electronic device responsive to successful verification of biometric information at the point of use of the electronic device, and one or more processors configured to retrieve account information associated with a user of the electronic device, wherein the account information is retrieved in response to receiving the one-time code, and to use the retrieved account information to access account identifying information or identifying information associated with the user of the electronic device.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2017Date of Patent: April 17, 2018Inventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Patent number: 9928495Abstract: An authentication system and method of use are provided to enable a transaction involving a first party and a user, the system comprising an electronic device comprising a communications interface and one or more processors. The one or more processors are configured to receive biometric information of the user and generate a one-time code in response to authenticating the user, wherein at least a portion of the one-time code is used to access account identifying information or user identifying information, wherein the communications interface is configured to communicate a signal comprising the one-time code to the first party in order to enable a transaction on behalf of the user, and wherein the received biometric information is verified at a point of use.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2017Date of Patent: March 27, 2018Inventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Publication number: 20170372321Abstract: A mobile electronic device for authenticating a user involved in a transaction and a method thereof is provided. The mobile electronic device includes a biometric sensor, a user interface configured to PIN or other secret information known to the user, and one or more processors configured to authenticate the user based on the user input, authenticate the user based on the biometric information, retrieve identification information including mobile device and user account information, and generate a one-time authentication code specific to the transaction.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2017Publication date: December 28, 2017Inventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Publication number: 20170364891Abstract: An authentication system and method of use thereof are provided to authenticate a user involved in a transaction. The system comprises a communications interface configured to receive a one-time code generated by an electronic device, wherein the one-time code is generated by an electronic device responsive to successful verification of biometric information at the point of use of the electronic device, and one or more processors configured to retrieve account information associated with a user of the electronic device, wherein the account information is retrieved in response to receiving the one-time code, and to use the retrieved account information to access account identifying information or identifying information associated with the user of the electronic device.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2017Publication date: December 21, 2017Inventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Publication number: 20170364892Abstract: An authentication system and method of use are provided to enable a transaction involving a first party and a user, the system comprising an electronic device comprising a communications interface and one or more processors. The one or more processors are configured to receive biometric information of the user and generate a one-time code in response to authenticating the user, wherein at least a portion of the one-time code is used to access account identifying information or user identifying information, wherein the communications interface is configured to communicate a signal comprising the one-time code to the first party in order to enable a transaction on behalf of the user, and wherein the received biometric information is verified at a point of use.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2017Publication date: December 21, 2017Inventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Publication number: 20170337538Abstract: An authentication system and method of use thereof are provided to authenticate a user involved in a transaction. The system comprises a communications interface configured to receive a one-time code generated by an electronic device, wherein the one-time code is generated by an electronic device responsive to successful verification of biometric information at the point of use of the electronic device, and one or more processors configured to retrieve account information associated with a user of the electronic device, wherein the account information is retrieved in response to receiving the one-time code, and to use the retrieved account information to access account identifying information or identifying information associated with the user of the electronic device.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 27, 2017Publication date: November 23, 2017Inventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Publication number: 20170337537Abstract: An authentication system and method of use are provided to enable a transaction involving a first party and a user, the system comprising an electronic device comprising a communications interface and one or more processors. The one or more processors are configured to receive biometric information of the user and generate a one-time code in response to authenticating the user, wherein at least a portion of the one-time code is used to access account identifying information or user identifying information, wherein the communications interface is configured to communicate a signal comprising the one-time code to the first party in order to enable a transaction on behalf of the user, and wherein the received biometric information is verified at a point of use.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 27, 2017Publication date: November 23, 2017Inventor: Kenneth P. Weiss
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Publication number: 20170323300Abstract: A mobile electronic device for authenticating a user involved in a transaction and a method thereof is provided. The mobile electronic device includes a biometric sensor, a user interface configured to PIN or other secret information known to the user, and one or more processors configured to authenticate the user based on the user input, authenticate the user based on the biometric information, retrieve identification information including mobile device and user account information, and generate a one-time authentication code specific to the transaction.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 27, 2017Publication date: November 9, 2017Inventor: Kenneth P. Weiss