Identity Management / Biometrics


UAE Begins Initial Phase Of Largest-Ever Facial Recognition Technology Rollout

August 18, 2008

UAE Begins Initial Phase Of Largest-Ever Facial Recognition Technology Rollout

CryptoMetrics Inc., a provider of critical infrastructure and key asset protection systems, announced recently a contract with the government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to deploy a state-of-the-art, face recognition-based wanted person detection system at Abu Dhabi International Airport.


DHS Awards Extension Of US-VISIT Contract

August 18, 2008

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has notified Accenture of its intent to continue the contract under which the company acts as prime integrator for the United States Visitor and Immigrant Status Indicator Technology (US-VISIT) program.


Sagem Morpho, BIO-key Announce Biometric Partnership Agreement

August 11, 2008

Sagem Morpho Inc. and BIO-key International Inc. recently announced a technology partnership that combines the strengths of both companies to create high-performance biometric matching technology.


Analysis: Technological Innovations, Government Regulations Drive Use Of Biometrics In Border Control Applications

August 5, 2008

The increased stringency clamped down on fraudulent activities and illegal immigration post 9/11 has greatly increased biometrics’ usage in border control applications. The convenience and user friendliness of biometric solutions such as e-passports have made biometrics the security solution of choice to monitor cross-border activities.


Lending a Hand

By Joel Hagberg · August 2008

Palm reading, one of the most accurate forms of biometric identification, isn't just for psychics

Lending a Hand

It’s been clear for a long time now that user names and passwords are simply not enough to ensure secure authentication in enterprise applications.


Sagem Morpho Introduces TWIC-Compliant Smart Card Access Device With Biometrics

July 31, 2008

Sagem Morpho Inc. recently introduced the MorphoAccess 521 TWIC compliant biometric reader, the first smart card access device to meet Transportation Security Administration implementation requirements for the Transportation Worker Identification Credential program.


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.


New Products

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 Cards: Printers

Card Printer

The Zebra P110m monochrome card printer offers comprehensive printer status and diagnostic messaging via a built-in LCD screen. The single-sided thermal printer is USB ready, easy to use, durable and compact. Features include magnetic-stripe encoding, a Load-N-Go ribbon cartridge with integrated cleaning roller and Ethernet connectivity. A translucent card cover allows users to see when the card supply is running low.

New Video

Safe and Secure TV

Click here to view the latest collaboration between Security Products and the Safe and Secure TV Channel.

Emergency Comm.

Case Study: MITOC

Regardless of the scope and scale, when disaster strikes, first responders need a rapid and effective way to collect and communicate information in the early moments.

Poll

With an estimated security budget of more than $300 million, is the Chinese government doing enough to protect the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing?