Gemalto has launched a new portfolio of products and services designed specifically for government agencies that are implementing secure national identity programs. This Coesys Applications Portfolio enables many eServices and integrates mobile technology. Coesys Applications gives security to citizens for online tax management and payment services, benefits distribution and fraud reduction through electronic documents and […]

Hyland Hills Water World in Denver, Colo. is using the PDC Smart RFID Wristband Kiosk by Precision Dynamics for self-service locker rentals and a variety of other functions, according to selfserviceworld.com. The touch screen kiosk automatically programs and distributes a waterproof, RFID-enabled Smart Band wristband, which offers guests secure access to their assigned locker by […]

Microsoft demoed its new mobile wallet app along with the Windows Phone 8 at the NFC world Congress in Nice, France. As reported by NFCWorld.com, the demonstration included a walkthrough of the NFC-enabled wallet and how the technology could help Microsoft gain mobile phone market share. Group Manager for the Windows Phone 8, John Skovron […]

AOptix and Certis CISCO announced a partnership that will provide iris and face recognition solutions for biometric security systems in Singapore. AOptix will offer its iris recognition and face capture systems to customers using biometrics for identity verification in aviation security among other applications. Certis will bring its expertise with security solutions as well as […]

The State of New Jersey Department of Motor Vehicles has implemented a smiling ban for driver license photos in an effort to protect its facial recognition database. As reported on RT.com, the state updated its rules earlier this year to do away with drivers smiling because its facial recognition database has problems managing large numbers […]

Resilient Network Systems is one of five companies that were awarded a grant to pilot part of the National Strategy for Trusted Identities in Cyberspace. Pat Reilly, executive vice president of business development at Resilient, spoke with Regarding ID’s Gina Jordan about the award and what the company will be piloting with the award. Resilient […]

Barcoding and Marlin Steel Wire Products, a manufacturer of custom steel wire and sheet metal products, announced a collaboration to automate inventory tracking and protect high value items through the materials handling process. The partnership pairs Marlin Steel’s engineered materials handling with Barcoding’s RFID technology and system integration capabilities, creating one, complete inventory management solution […]

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 […]