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Update on the SIM card encryption keys matter

Amsterdam, February 23, 2015 – Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 – GTO) pursues its investigations following the article mentioning that in 2010 and 2011, a joint unit composed of operatives from the British GCHQ (Government Communications HeadQuarters) and the American NSA (National Security Agency) reportedly hacked SIM card encryption keys engraved in Gemalto and possibly other SIM vendors’ cards. The…

Information regarding a report mentioning a hacking of SIM card encryption keys

Amsterdam, February 20, 2015 – A publication reported yesterday that in 2010 and 2011, a joint unit composed of operatives from the British GCHQ (Government Communications Headquarters) and the American NSA (National Security Agency) hacked SIM card encryption keys engraved in Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 – GTO) and possibly other SIM vendors’ cards. The publication indicates the target was not Gemalto…

Capgemini Group launches Cybersecurity Global Service Line

New Group wide initiative will enable organizations to embrace digital transformation securely. Paris – Capgemini, one of the world’s foremost providers of consulting, technology and outsourcing services, today announced the launch of its new Cybersecurity Global Service Line. The offer brings together the Group’s established capabilities in cybersecurity including 2,500 Capgemini professionals with proven cybersecurity skills –…

Gemalto Releases Findings of 2014 Breach Level Index

Data breaches increased 49 percent in 2014 to 1 billion data records compromised, with cybercriminals targeting identity theft as top breach category ​​Amsterdam, February 12, 2015 ─ Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), the world leader in digital security, releases the latest findings of the Breach Level Index, revealing that more than 1,500 data breaches led to one billion…

Gemalto acquires Trüb AG’s secure document business further strengthening its world leadership in digital identity programs for governments

​Amsterdam, February 10, 2015 – Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 – GTO), the world leader in digital security, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the secure document business from Trüb AG. Trüb has a 150 year history of secure printing. Headquartered in Aarau, Switzerland, it has been a pioneer in eco-friendly and highly secure polycarbonate…

Infineon Expands its Trusted Computing Expertise to Mobile Devices: OPTIGA™ TPM 2.0 Chips Secure Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Tablet

Munich, Germany, February 6, 2015 – Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) today confirmed that its OPTIGA™ TPM (Trusted Platform Module) security controller is used in the Microsoft Surface Pro 3 tablet. Already recognized as the world’s leading supplier of security solutions for Trusted Computing, Infineon now expands its security expertise into tablet…

First Data and Capgemini Form Global Alliance to Deliver Next Generation Payment Solutions

Innovative payment solutions will enable clients globally to improve customer experience, meet individual market needs and reduce operational costs. Atlanta and Paris – February 5, 2015 – First Data Corporation, a global leader in payment technology and services solutions, and Capgemini, one of the world’s foremost providers of consulting, technology and outsourcing services, have formed a global…