Codebench Inc., a provider of HSPD-12/FIPS-201 authentication software, announced that it has formed a technology partnership with rugged-computer manufacturer DAP Technologies to offer a mobile solution for the validation and registration of FIPS 201, PIV II compliant credentials. Codebench’s PIVCheck software suite — a card validation, authentication, and registration solution for HSPD-12 compliance — is […]

The Identive Group, formerly SCM Microsystems, Hirsch Electronic and Bluehill ID, announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire RockWest Technology Group, a privately-held identification and security solutions provider. RockWest provides ID management solutions and services to the education, government, corporate, casino and health care markets in the southwest region of the U.S. […]

AOptix Technologies, a developer of biometric solutions, has announced that they have been chosen by software developer Microsoft to provide a biometric access control solution to Microsoft’s Global Security Operations Center in Redmond, Wash., according to a Trading Markets article. The system from Aoptix being used is their InSight iris scanning system that can scan […]

As part of a $2 million project that started in May 2009, the Florida State University’s main campus library has installed entry and exit turnstiles to monitor student traffic, says fsunews.com. At the campus’ Strozier library, students are now required to swipe in and swipe out, so that staff can know who is in the […]

Hirsch Electronics, a security systems manufacturer, announced the company is extending the functionality of its flagship security management system, Velocity, to include IT-oriented identity and card management capabilities. Specifically, Velocity will interface with certificate authorities and Active Directory to create smart cards that can be used for secure computer log-on and door access control. A […]

L-1 Identity Solutions has announced a new biometric product that supports a mode of biometrics new to the company, which has previously worked with fingerprint and facial recognition. The 4G FingerVein Station, L-1’s new product, operates by scanning the unique layout of veins in one’s finger via near-infrared lights and utilizes the 4G access control […]

VingCard has announced the installation of its Classic RFID contactless electronic upgrade kit with NFC cell phone compatibility at the Best Western Hôtel de la Paix in Reims, France. The new system will allow Best Western guests to enter their rooms by simply waving a contactless card or NFC-enabled smart phone in front of the […]

XceedID and RF IDeas are partnering to deliver a new proximity and secure contactless access control offering for desktop or doorway installation. According to Rick Landuyt, President of RF IDeas, the new offering will provide customers with more options for using contactless credentials to gain access to secure areas. The new partnership will pool the […]

The Royal Agriculture College in the UK has selected SALTO Systems and its XS4 smart card based system to replace its key lock doors. The upgrade is currently in the pilot phase, with two main entrance ways already fitted with SALTO WRM9000 series wall readers. Twenty bedrooms and four back of house office doors have […]

Kaba Access Control recently unveiled its new E-Plex 5800 series, which features a stand-alone access control system approved by GSA to meet FIPS 201 requirements. The CoreStreet Enabled E-Plex 5800 series incorporates a variety of options and features to accommodate to the customer’s preferences and applications. Users have two methods of handling the system: without […]