Category: Member News

Ready for tomorrow: Infineon demonstrates first post-quantum cryptography on a contactless security chip

Munich, Germany – 30 May 2017 – Due to their computing power, quantum computers have the disruptive potential to break various currently used encryption algorithms. Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY), the leading provider of security solutions, is ready to provide a smooth transition from today’s security protocols to next-generation post-quantum cryptography (PQC)….

Gemalto wins ICMA Élan Award in Card Manufacturing Excellence for Maryland’s secure polycarbonate driver’s license

Austin – May 24, 2017, Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), the world leader in digital security, has received the Élan Award for Card Manufacturing Excellence for its newly implementedMaryland’s driver’s license and identification card. The award, presented by the International Card Manufacturers Association (ICMA), honors innovative card manufacturers, personalizers, issuers and suppliers that support a commitment…

Enfuce and Gemalto bring mobile authentication services within reach of many financial institutions in the Nordics

Innovative ‘authentication as a service’ solution delivers fast and efficient deployment Gemalto’s Mobile Software Developer Kit enables latest two-factor authentication techniques on any connected device ​​Amsterdam, May 18 2017, Gemalto, the world leader in digital security, collaborates with Finnish-based financial services provider Enfuce to offer enterprises in the Nordics a rapid and cost-efficient deployment of…

Gemalto empowers smartphone-based digital vehicle key

Securely lock/unlock and start your car using your smartphone ​Amsterdam, May 15, 2017 – Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), the world leader in digital security, is providing its Trusted Services Hub (TSH) to support Daimler AG’s new smartphone-based ‘digital vehicle key’ for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class range. The premium car maker’s innovative solution gives drivers the freedom to lock/unlock…

Gemalto builds a trusted IoT with reliable connectivity, steadfast security and agile monetization at IoT World 2017

Austin, TX – May 12, 2017, Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), the world leader in digital security, will demonstrate its end-to-end IoT offering designed to “Connect. Secure. Monetize.” at Internet of Things World 2017 – the world’s largest IoT Event. In order to realize the benefits of the IoT, there are three critical components for the…

Gemalto and Veridos strengthen citizen identity security with eID cards for Macao SAR Government

Macao, May 10, 2017​ – Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), the world leader in digital security, is partnering with Veridos, a German company specializing in Identity Solutions, to supply contactless electronic ​identity cards (eIDs) to the Macao Special Administrative Region Government (Macao SAR Government). Under the collaboration, Gemalto is the subcontractor responsible for providing the physical…

Gemalto’s secure smart chip to be integrated in the Samsung Galaxy S8 in selected markets

Amsterdam, 4 May, 2017 – Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO)’s embedded Secure Element (eSE) – a smart chip with a secure OS and applications – will soon be integrated into the recently launched Samsung Galaxy S8 in selected markets. It has been embedded in other Samsung smartphones including the Galaxy A series globally and the Galaxy…

National Police Board of Finland and Gemalto win leading industry award for new ePassports and eID cards

Sophisticated fraud prevention features combined with striking design concepts New documents help mark Finland’s centennial celebrations Best Regional ID Award at the High Security Printing EMEA conference reflects a successful collaboration between National Police Board of Finland and Gemalto ​​Helsinki, 3 May, 2017 – The National Police Board of Finland and Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 – GTO),…

Gemalto finalizes the acquisition of 3M’s Identity Management Business

The company in-sources biometric technology for governmental and commercial applications Amsterdam, May 1, 2017 – Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 – GTO), the world leader in digital security, today announces the closing of the acquisition of 3M’s Identity Management Business after approval by the relevant regulatory and antitrust authorities[1]. This strategic acquisition rounds out Gemalto’s Government Programs offering by…

Gemalto supports Middle East banks with new Visa and Mastercard-certified card personalization center in Dubai

New card personalization center will enable region’s banks to offer enhanced and highly responsive customer service One-stop solution for EMV card personalization, fulfilment and associated services Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank is first to benefit from Gemalto’s fully integrated and tailored support Dubai, May 1,   2017 – Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), the world leader in digital…