OpenSys Technologies, a subsidiary of OpenSys (M) Bhd, has officially introduced PalmWav, a pioneering biometrics prototype that marks Malaysia’s first foray into palm-recognition payment technology. Launched on December 1, 2025, the system allows for entirely device-free transactions, enabling users to settle payments with a simple wave of their hand.
PalmWav is designed for full interoperability with Malaysia’s existing national payment rails, specifically PayNet’s MyDebit network, ensuring it can be integrated seamlessly into the current merchant ecosystem. The system is powered by Tencent Cloud’s AI innovation, which creates a highly secure, encrypted “palm signature” by mapping both unique palm prints and vein patterns. Unlike traditional biometrics, palm recognition offers a non-intrusive and hygienic hands-free experience, authenticating users within seconds. For security, the platform employs enterprise-grade safeguards, including end-to-end encryption, payment tokenization, and real-time fraud monitoring. Users enroll via a one-time registration through the PalmWav mobile app at participating merchant outlets, after which they can pay without needing a smartphone, card, or wallet.
The pilot program is currently live at select locations, including Kom.Fi Café in Kuala Lumpur and Bread Maison in Petaling Jaya, serving as a real-world testbed for the technology’s reliability and convenience. The goal of PalmWav is to redefine the future of digital payments by making them more intuitive and frictionless. As Malaysia’s digital economy continues to evolve, OpenSys plans to evaluate the scalability of palm-based authentication across multiple sectors, positioning it as a next-generation alternative to physical and mobile wallets.
(Sources: TechNave; TNGlobal)
