Abstract

Biometric authentication has become ubiquitous and profoundly impacts decision-making for both individuals and firms. Despite its extensive implementation, there is a discernible knowledge gap in understanding the nuanced influence of biometric characteristics on user security behaviors. To advance this line of research, we embrace the controversial information technology framework to delve into the juxtaposed nature of biometric characteristics, wherein they concurrently yield benefits and raise concerns that manifest in opposing effects on users' switching behavior. Adopting a sequential mixed methods approach, we first conducted semi-structured interviews that uncovered three key biometric characteristics and identified two benefits and two concerns associated with them. A follow-up survey was conducted to explore the interplay between each identified construct. The results emphasize the pivotal role of biometric characteristics in shaping user security behavior. Our research contributes to theoretical understanding by scrutinizing user behaviors vis-à-vis biometric authentication through a controversial IT perspective.

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