Identity Management / Biometrics


Pharmacy Benefit Managers Use Biometric Software For Improved Security

July 31, 2008

IdentiPHI Inc. recently announced one of the nation’s leading pharmacy benefit managers has selected IdentiPHI SAFsolution 5 Enterprise Edition to boost biometric authentication and security access across its network.


Report: Security Biometrics Spending To More Than Double By 2013

July 29, 2008

Broad interest and investment in an array of biometrics technologies around the world will drive spending to $7.3 billion by 2013, up from around $3 billion in 2008, according to a recent study by ABI Research.


‘Roaming’ Credentials Feature Federally Approved Technology

July 18, 2008

TriCipher has created the first SAFE-BioPharma "roaming" credential to be accepted by the U.S. Federal Public Key Infrastructure Policy Authority (FPKIPA), the interagency body that enforces digital certificate standards for trusted identity authentication across the federal agencies and between federal agencies and outside organizations.


Canadian Driver’s License Authority Uses Biometrics To Screen Applicants

July 14, 2008

Digimarc Corp. recently announced that Manitoba Public Insurance has chosen Digimarc’s Facial Recognition Solution (FRS) to help screen applicants for driver’s licenses -- including its new Enhanced Driver’s License, a WHTI compliant travel document that will provide a convenient alternative to the passport for entering the U.S. at land and water border crossings.


Biometrics Help Bring Banking Services To New Population Segment In India

By Brent Dirks · July 10, 2008

Expanding its customer base posed a unique challenge for Indian Bank. But thanks to a biometric solution from Diebold, the company is now reaching a once underserved population.


L-1 Identity Solutions, Digimarc Corp. Announce Merger Agreement

July 9, 2008

Digimarc Corp. recently announced that Digimarc has signed an amended definitive merger agreement with L-1 Identity Solutions.


Handy Prescription

By Jon Mooney · June 2008

Hospital enhances healthcare facility security, saves money and deters misuse

A biometric device identifies a person via a unique human characteristic, such as the pattern of a fingerprint or the size and shape of a hand or face. As a result, biometrics ensure the bad guys stay out and the good guys get in to the hospital. When used for time and attendance applications, biometrics attest that the person clocking in is really who she says she is, eliminating timecard fraud caused by buddy punching.


Report Outlines Issues Facing World Identity Management Market

June 30, 2008

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Identity Management Software in Millions of US$. The specific product segments analyzed are Authentication, Authorization and Administration.


State Selects Datacard Group for Drivers' License Solution

June 27, 2008

Datacard Group recently announced that L-1 Identity Solutions has selected the Datacard® SP75 Plus card printer for use in the Illinois, statewide driver's license programs.


Mandatory Usage Requriements Driving Biometric-Enabled Smart Card Market

June 26, 2008

"Advances in Emerging Biometrics and RFID for Security," finds that the mandatory requirement to use biometric-enabled smart cards to gain access control is a major factor driving this market.


New Products

Access Control

Identity and Access Management

Uniloc's StrongPoint™ is a device-based identity and access management appliance designed for infrastructure security. The appliance uses fingerprinting to ensure secure private networks between a StrongPoint server at the Network Operating Center and StrongPoint appliances located at field controls. The product provides protection against unauthorized insider and cyber-security threats for SCADA networks. A hacker must be on an authorized PC to impersonate an authorized user. The device also provides notification and location of unauthorized VPN connection attempts.

Access Control

Biometric Access Control

The LX007 series from RF Logics is available in 125 KHz or 13.56 MHz modes offering a built-in controller with an emphasis on a robust TCP/IP communication support for door access control and time and attendance. The user-friendly device allows registration of up to 4,000 fingerprint users and can store up to 10,000 IDs and 20,000 events. Isolated I/O definitions enable fully customizable features such as handicapped access and two-man role. The intuitive wizard-driven Time Pro software is integrated with Web browser connectivity for streamlined system management.

ID Cards: Printers

Card Printer

The NiSCA PR-C101 card printer features a lightweight construction and small footprint. The card exit location can be switched from front to back. The rotating LCD panel provides easy-to-read printer status messages and diagnostic prompts. The all-in-one removable ribbon cartridge with cleaning roller makes cleaning the printer virtually maintenance-free.

ID Insurance

Crossing the Chasm: Deterrence to Defeat

In this age of widespread easy access to personal information, identity theft has become the fastest growing and most lucrative crime in America.

Info. Security

Leaving Your Mark

Today’s mobile professionals carry more sensitive information than ever before. A single laptop can contain information that can be valued in the millions, if not billions, of dollars.

New Webinar

UHF Gen 2 RFID Expands Possibilities

When you think about security access and tracking solutions, now you can start thinking differently.

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