Government ID, Smart Cards, Identification and Authentication

Kyocera, API Technologies partner to secure multi-function devices

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Kyocera Mita America Inc., a document solutions company, has partnered with API Technologies Corp., a prime contractor in engineered systems, components and secure communications, to provide API’s HSPD-12-compliant Cryptek Netgard MFD (multi-function device) as an integrated component to enhance the data security of Kyocera’s document imaging devices.

API’s Cryptek Netgard brings printers, scanners and copiers into HSPD-12 compliance by enabling smart card authentication and access.


It enables organizations to maintain consistent security protocols including digitally signed and encrypted emails for positive confirmation of the sender, protected network access from unauthorized users, as well as limited distribution of privileged materials, in accordance with current government regulations.

By using the Kyocera HyPAS development architecture, the Cryptek Netgard is integrated directly into select Kyocera’s multifunctional products and uses the existing 8.5 inch color touch screen panel for function control. [end] 

The Dutch Ministry of Defense (MoD) has chosen Identive’s SmartFold smart card readers to provide secure remote network access for its employees.

The agency has a lot of restricted and sensitive data that has particular management requirements. The MoD felt that the Identive contact smart card reader would provide the desired level of security, yet be flexible enough to incorporate into the existing network security infrastructure.

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Multicard, a unit of Identive Group that supplies credential, identity management and system integration services, has signed a contract with global consumer products company Henkel to provide a global multi-function identity credential service card to Henkel employees.

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Datacard Group, a provider of secure ID and card personalization solutions, has announced an equity investment and strategic partnership with DeviceFidelity, makers of the In2Pay mobile payments solution.

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Precise Biometrics has developed a new line of “smart cases” for brands of tablets and smart phones to be released in 2012 and 2013. The new smart cases have built-in card reader and fingerprint sensor enabling users to both secure their devices as well as replace various password-based security for protected online sites and applications.

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The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) has certified Good Technology’s secure Android OS-based platform (Secure Android), which enables the Global Information Grid to use Good’s Good for Government mobile device management and data loss prevention capabilities.

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Biometric Associates has released its baiMobile 3000MP Bluetooth Smart Card Reader, which is designed specifically for mobile platforms. It supports iOS 4.x for iPhone and iPad and Android OS 2.2 and higher, and it operates with Bluetooth version 2.1 and higher.

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