Chinese citizens will soon be required to have their faces scanned by telecommunications companies when applying for a new mobile phone or other device . The Chinese government claims the rule , which comes into effect on 1 December , is designed to protect citizens ' identities and prevent fraud . The legislation will also ban residents from transferring their mobile phones to other people .
Chinese citizens will soon be required to have their faces scanned by telecommunications carriers when applying for a new mobile phone or internet device. The Chinese government claims the rule, which comes into force on 1 December, is designed to protect citizens' identities and prevent fraud. The legislation will also ban residents from transferring their mobile numbers to other people.