With the explosion in smartphones usage, the number of payments done via mobile devices has significantly increased over recent years. As eCommerce becomes mCommerce, the industry has to focus on payment security. During a 'card not present' process, a personal account number (PAN), expiration date, and card validation code (CVC) are not enough to completely secure a transaction. Biometrics that provide high levels of security and an intuitive customer experience might be the solution for secure mobile payments.
"Protecting the mobile device itself is a first step, necessary to secure mobile payments. Although a personal identification number (PIN) can do the job, in 2011 more than 60 percent of smartphone users were not using a PIN to protect their mobile access," noted Frost & Sullivan Global Program Director, ICT in Financial Services, Jean-Noel Georges.
Showing posts with label Press Release. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Press Release. Show all posts
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Frost & Sullivan on Mobile payments and biometrics
Biometrics Can Revolutionise Mobile Payment Security, says Frost & Sullivan (Press Release via KIII TV)
Thursday, July 11, 2013
European attitudes on biometrics
Steria surveyed 3,650 citizens from UK, France, Germany, Denmark, Norway and Sweden in June 2013 on their attitudes toward biometric ID management applications (Press Release via Businesswire India)
81% of European citizens are in favour of using biometrics to identify criminals.
69% support the use of biometrics in identity cards or passports.
69% support the use of biometrics to enter secure areas (access control).
45% are in favour of the use of biometrics to replace PIN numbers for bank cards.
More at the link
81% of European citizens are in favour of using biometrics to identify criminals.
69% support the use of biometrics in identity cards or passports.
69% support the use of biometrics to enter secure areas (access control).
45% are in favour of the use of biometrics to replace PIN numbers for bank cards.
More at the link
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Biometrics headline of the year
2013 is just over half complete but I just don't see how this one can be topped:
Thanks are due the New Zealand Customs Service both for contributions to security, and for advancements in the art of the press release.
Thanks are due the New Zealand Customs Service both for contributions to security, and for advancements in the art of the press release.
Monday, December 17, 2012
Quote of the day...
...from Virtual-Strategy Magazine:
“eID projects, along with eGovernment programs play a central role in the evolution of governance in the region for an increased level of service to the populations”
ID technologies are helping some countries leap-frog the costly and labor-intensive methods big governments developed in the industrial age.
h/t @M2SYS
“eID projects, along with eGovernment programs play a central role in the evolution of governance in the region for an increased level of service to the populations”
ID technologies are helping some countries leap-frog the costly and labor-intensive methods big governments developed in the industrial age.
h/t @M2SYS
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
SecurLinx Named Tier 1 Platinum Partner by iPulse Systems
Press Release:
SecurLinx Corporation joins forces with iPulse Systems to provide best in class solutions forbiometric access control in North and South America.
Morgantown, WV September 19, 2012
SecurLinx Corporation has been awarded Tier 1 Platinum Partner status for North America by iPulse Systems of Kempton Park, South Africa. SecurLinx-Brasil will enjoy the same designation for South America. The partnership will enable SecurLinx to integrate the iPulse product line into its access control middleware solutions. “Customers at the high end of security require an end-to-end solution including hardware and software that is completely integrated into their existing information technology infrastructure," stated Barry Hodge, CEO of SecurLinx. “We evaluated a number of potential suppliers and found iPulse to offer the most robust and interoperable solution available today.” The integration process has been completed and the systems are available for immediate delivery in both markets. The scalable solution is cost effective for a single door and capable of managing access for the largest facility or enterprise.
Gary Chalmers, CEO of iPulse Systems added, “As a specialist manufacturer of biometric hardware, iPulse Systems always looks for partners with an innovative and aggressive approach to high level integration into their software solutions when launching into a new market. SecurLinx have created a seamless solution that provides localized content for our internationally competitive hardware solutions.” “The iPB platform is robust, intelligent and extremely cost effective," continued Chalmers, who also added “We believe this combination of biometric hardware and software offers the best price to performance ratio available in the market today.”
About SecurLinx:
A wholly owned subsidiary of SecurLinx Holding Corporation (FRA: S8X) and located in Morgantown, West Virginia, SecurLinx is an advanced technology and software development company. The Company offers middleware products and systems applied to information sharing, secure access, and biometric identification. SecurLinx adds increased security, productivity, and seamless information management solutions in targeted markets where secure access to physical locations or information sharing networks is critical to the enterprise.
About iPulse Systems:
iPulse Systems is a South African based technology design company that specializes in developing biometric technology solutions at a hardware, firmware & SDK level for integration into best-of-breed existing software solutions, and where required, building niche market software solutions for specific vertical markets.
[End press release]
We're extremely pleased with the relationship we have built with the good people at iPulse and we look forward to what lies ahead.
SecurLinx Corporation joins forces with iPulse Systems to provide best in class solutions forbiometric access control in North and South America.
Morgantown, WV September 19, 2012
SecurLinx Corporation has been awarded Tier 1 Platinum Partner status for North America by iPulse Systems of Kempton Park, South Africa. SecurLinx-Brasil will enjoy the same designation for South America. The partnership will enable SecurLinx to integrate the iPulse product line into its access control middleware solutions. “Customers at the high end of security require an end-to-end solution including hardware and software that is completely integrated into their existing information technology infrastructure," stated Barry Hodge, CEO of SecurLinx. “We evaluated a number of potential suppliers and found iPulse to offer the most robust and interoperable solution available today.” The integration process has been completed and the systems are available for immediate delivery in both markets. The scalable solution is cost effective for a single door and capable of managing access for the largest facility or enterprise.
Gary Chalmers, CEO of iPulse Systems added, “As a specialist manufacturer of biometric hardware, iPulse Systems always looks for partners with an innovative and aggressive approach to high level integration into their software solutions when launching into a new market. SecurLinx have created a seamless solution that provides localized content for our internationally competitive hardware solutions.” “The iPB platform is robust, intelligent and extremely cost effective," continued Chalmers, who also added “We believe this combination of biometric hardware and software offers the best price to performance ratio available in the market today.”
About SecurLinx:
A wholly owned subsidiary of SecurLinx Holding Corporation (FRA: S8X) and located in Morgantown, West Virginia, SecurLinx is an advanced technology and software development company. The Company offers middleware products and systems applied to information sharing, secure access, and biometric identification. SecurLinx adds increased security, productivity, and seamless information management solutions in targeted markets where secure access to physical locations or information sharing networks is critical to the enterprise.
About iPulse Systems:
iPulse Systems is a South African based technology design company that specializes in developing biometric technology solutions at a hardware, firmware & SDK level for integration into best-of-breed existing software solutions, and where required, building niche market software solutions for specific vertical markets.
[End press release]
We're extremely pleased with the relationship we have built with the good people at iPulse and we look forward to what lies ahead.
Monday, September 17, 2012
SecurLinx Announces Opening of Brazil Subsidiary
SecurLinx Holding Corporation (FRA: S8X) has continued its expansion plan with the establishment of SecurLinx Brasil.
Based in São Paulo, it will have primary responsibility for marketing biometric identity management solutions for business and law enforcement across Brazil, but will also operate throughout Latin America.
This announcement is the culmination of a six month process of business development market research and regulatory filings required by the Brazilian Central Bank and Revenue Authorities. “The country’s dynamic economy, large population, and security needs have drawn our attention for quite some time. We are excited to be in a position to offer our solutions in the Brazilian market where high-quality, high-technology solutions like the ones we offer are eagerly adopted,” said SecurLinx CEO Barry Hodge. According to Hodge, this gives SecurLinx a foothold in one of the world’s fastest growing and most promising security markets. “We are currently in discussions with potential integration partners that we expect to further multiply our reach and accelerate our market penetration over the next six to twelve months.”
The full text of the press release and a pdf of it is available here.
I've been down here in São Paulo helping to get things moving with our new operation here, hence the lighter-than-usual blogging. We're proud to share the news of our new Brazilian venture and excited for what the future holds.
Based in São Paulo, it will have primary responsibility for marketing biometric identity management solutions for business and law enforcement across Brazil, but will also operate throughout Latin America.
This announcement is the culmination of a six month process of business development market research and regulatory filings required by the Brazilian Central Bank and Revenue Authorities. “The country’s dynamic economy, large population, and security needs have drawn our attention for quite some time. We are excited to be in a position to offer our solutions in the Brazilian market where high-quality, high-technology solutions like the ones we offer are eagerly adopted,” said SecurLinx CEO Barry Hodge. According to Hodge, this gives SecurLinx a foothold in one of the world’s fastest growing and most promising security markets. “We are currently in discussions with potential integration partners that we expect to further multiply our reach and accelerate our market penetration over the next six to twelve months.”
The full text of the press release and a pdf of it is available here.
I've been down here in São Paulo helping to get things moving with our new operation here, hence the lighter-than-usual blogging. We're proud to share the news of our new Brazilian venture and excited for what the future holds.
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| São Paulo sidewalk |
Monday, April 23, 2012
SecurLinx Completes Acquisition of ITM Associates
SecurLinx Corporation acquired ITM Associates, Inc., a Washington, DC based consulting services and commercial products company with a strong customer base in federal government agencies, Fortune 500 companies, and health service providers. The strategic acquisition of ITM enhances SecurLinx’ resources and capabilities to offer advanced solutions in the areas of identity management, biometric security, decision support, collaboration, and automated workflow.
Morgantown, WV - April 23, 2012 SecurLinx Corporation acquired ITM Associates, Inc. of Rockville, MD effective April 1, 2012. Founded in 1993, ITM offers its inFusion™ family of collaboration and automated workflow products and has longstanding relationships with the US Environmental Protection Agency, Verizon Communications, St Luke’s Episcopal Hospital, and major insurance providers. “Mergers of companies like SecurLinx and ITM are ultimately more about people than technology, said SecurLinx CEO Barry Hodge. “We look forward to the addition of ITM’s customers and products but we’re especially pleased to add ITM’s talented staff to our team.”
According to Hodge, the acquisition of ITM accelerates SecurLinx’ ability to expand its existing presence in the biometric identification and security markets as well as in the markets currently served by ITM. “Together, SecurLinx and ITM will offer compelling and high return-on-investment products and services for customers needing higher levels of security and performance in mission critical activities.”
About SecurLinx: http://www.securlinx.com
A wholly owned subsidiary of SecurLinx Holding Corporation (FRA: S8X) and located in Morgantown, West Virginia, SecurLinx is an advanced technology and software development company. The Company offers middleware products and systems applied to information sharing, secure access, and biometric identification. SecurLinx adds increased security, productivity, and seamless information management solutions in targeted markets where secure access to physical locations or information sharing networks is critical to the enterprise.
About ITM Associates: http://www.itmassociates.com
ITM provides products and services that make businesses more profitable and prosperous by bridging the gap between business operations and the enormous potential of emerging technologies. ITM's staff of professionals design, adapt and integrate technology to (1) eliminate or reduce time-consuming information processing tasks, (2) assist executives to make more informed and timely decisions, and (3) achieve greater efficiency by extending internal information systems to customers, vendors, and strategic partners.
Link to press release at Yahoo! News
Earlier: SecurLinx Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire ITM Associates
Morgantown, WV - April 23, 2012 SecurLinx Corporation acquired ITM Associates, Inc. of Rockville, MD effective April 1, 2012. Founded in 1993, ITM offers its inFusion™ family of collaboration and automated workflow products and has longstanding relationships with the US Environmental Protection Agency, Verizon Communications, St Luke’s Episcopal Hospital, and major insurance providers. “Mergers of companies like SecurLinx and ITM are ultimately more about people than technology, said SecurLinx CEO Barry Hodge. “We look forward to the addition of ITM’s customers and products but we’re especially pleased to add ITM’s talented staff to our team.”
According to Hodge, the acquisition of ITM accelerates SecurLinx’ ability to expand its existing presence in the biometric identification and security markets as well as in the markets currently served by ITM. “Together, SecurLinx and ITM will offer compelling and high return-on-investment products and services for customers needing higher levels of security and performance in mission critical activities.”
About SecurLinx: http://www.securlinx.com
A wholly owned subsidiary of SecurLinx Holding Corporation (FRA: S8X) and located in Morgantown, West Virginia, SecurLinx is an advanced technology and software development company. The Company offers middleware products and systems applied to information sharing, secure access, and biometric identification. SecurLinx adds increased security, productivity, and seamless information management solutions in targeted markets where secure access to physical locations or information sharing networks is critical to the enterprise.
About ITM Associates: http://www.itmassociates.com
ITM provides products and services that make businesses more profitable and prosperous by bridging the gap between business operations and the enormous potential of emerging technologies. ITM's staff of professionals design, adapt and integrate technology to (1) eliminate or reduce time-consuming information processing tasks, (2) assist executives to make more informed and timely decisions, and (3) achieve greater efficiency by extending internal information systems to customers, vendors, and strategic partners.
Link to press release at Yahoo! News
Earlier: SecurLinx Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire ITM Associates
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