(Yicai Global) June 12 -- Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, the biggest bank in China, has opened its first branch to operate using fifth-generation network technologies at Suzhou Industrial Park.

The branch in Jiangsu province is also equipped with biometrics, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things and augmented and virtual reality services to ensure smooth handling of transactions, Suzhou Industrial Park said online yesterday, which was also the branch's opening day.

Remote audio and video technology provides customers with remote one-to-one services and the outlet can identify customers on site securely and accurately using biometrics, the statement added.

Editor: James Boynton