Software security and authentication specialist VASCO launched its Cloud Partner Program for its EMEA associates. The new cloud program will see VASCO support its channel partners by introducing and advising on strong user authentication solutions for Web-based applications as well as provide partners with the latest information on new technologies, products and solutions. The program […]

Precise Biometrics announced that it is releasing its Tactivo smart casing for the iPhone and iPad in combination with the secure browsing software from Thursby Software. The new Tactivo/PKard bundle combines the Tactivo smart card reader and fingerprint sensor hardware with the Pkard Reader v1.1 app for access to Web email, portal, and collaboration sites […]

Although mobile phones have security risks, they may also be able to provide an easy way to add a layer of authentication, says Business Computing World. The advantage to using smart phones as authenticating devices for building access, online services and authenticating PC logins is that people generally always have their smartphone with them. They […]

A video demonstrates how Netflix employees used the new physical access technology. HID Global announced the completion of two pilots use near field communication to enable employees to physical access without compromising security. The pilots were conducted at the headquarters of Netflix and Good Technology, a provider of secure enterprise mobility solutions, using HID Global’s […]

Biometric security provider ImageWare Systems Inc. has introduced IWS CloudID, its next-generation identity software platform for the cloud. With the IWSCloudID platform users can securely manage their identity needs. The system enables users to do a variety of identity tasks, ranging from secure credential creation to investigative and biometrics integration. The platform consists of three […]

Belkin released a USB smart card reader tailored for use with the Defense Department’s and Common Access Card and other agency PIV applications. The card reader meets ISO7816 standards with additional security measures include a uni-body enclosure that deters physical electronic tampering and exclusively ROM firmware to eliminate the risk of alteration. Logistically, the card […]

HID Global announced the release of the ActivClient Mobile Software Development Kit (SDK) for iOS. Application developers, enterprises, government entities and other organizations can use this kit to enable two-factor authentication, signature and decryption technology capabilities for all iOS devices, including iPhones and iPads. ActivClient Mobile SDK for iOS provides a layer of middleware that […]