Identity management - News

Integrated access control and security manufacturer - TDSi has announced the release of GARDiS Pro Version 3.1, the latest enhanced iteration of its GARDiS Access Control Management Software. GARDiS 3.1 introduces expanded biometric support and intelligent credential management, delivering improved hardware reporting capabilities and new third-party integration options to further enhance system performance and flexibility. Latest update for GARDiS Pro Tina Baker, Software Development Man...

iDenfy, an identity verification, compliance and fraud prevention company from Lithuania, introduced new SMS and Email verification features to its industry-pioneering Know Your Customer (KYC) software. iDenfy is now able to improve both accuracy and simplicity during the initial user onboarding phase to help solve issues like multiple accounts, invalid phone numbers, forged IDs and other relevant security challenges that are commonly encountered during identity verification.  Standa...

In the ongoing implementation of the EU’s NIS2 Directive, much attention has been paid to its implications for cybersecurity. Yet, arguably, the impact on organizations’ physical security and access strategy is just as important. In fact, NIS2 ushers in a new degree of focus on cyber–physical resilience – with significant potential penalties for organizations which do not comply with the framework’s demands. NIS2 replaces 2016’s original NIS Directive on Netw...

End-users, security professionals and C-suite strategists continue to see significant rewards in access digitalization. The most important factor, according to ASSA ABLOY’s survey data, is convenience. When employees, contractors and temporary visitors can come-and-go with ease, operations for building and security managers are made more efficient, including cost-efficient. Wireless solutions are often the fastest, simplest way to digitalize. Adopters cite reduced installation costs, easi...

Iris ID, the pioneer in iris recognition technology, announced the release of the iCAM TD200, a next-generation handheld biometric camera designed to simultaneously capture dual iris and face images quickly and accurately in real-world and challenging environments. It combines portability, an intuitive interface, and powerful imaging capture in a lightweight form factor, making it ideal for identity programs and security applications worldwide delivering One Trusted Identity.  Compliance...

Regula, a global developer of identity verification (IDV) solutions and forensic devices, has launched its brand-new Regula IDV Platform. This ready-to-use orchestration solution is designed to replace fragmented identity verification and management systems with a single, unified workflow. Built to scale according to an organization’s growth pace and fully vendor-agnostic, the platform enables businesses to manage every stage of the identity lifecycle, from onboarding through continuous r...

Semperis, a pioneer in identity-driven cyber resilience, announced the release of Ready1 for Identity Crisis Management—which combines its innovative Active Directory Forest Recovery (ADFR), Disaster Recovery for Entra Tenant (DRET), and Identity Forensics and Incident Response (IFIR) services with its expert-built enterprise crisis management system, Ready1—to help organizations quickly return to normal business operations after identity-related cyberattacks. The ground-breaking sol...

Jamf, the standard in managing and securing Apple at work, kicked off its 16th annual Jamf Nation User Conference (JNUC) in Denver, Colorado. Joined by key partners including Apple, Okta, AWS, Microsoft, Google, and more, Jamf unveiled the latest updates to its pioneering Apple device management and security platform. Those updates include a rich API ecosystem, intelligent AI tools, and automated software updates powered by Declarative Device Management, making the Jamf platform more powerfu...

The OpenID Foundation (OIDF), a pioneer in open identity standards, has released a comprehensive whitepaper addressing the mounting authentication, authorization, and identity management challenges posed by the rapid rise of AI agents. This critical whitepaper, “Identity Management for Agentic AI: The new frontier of authorization, authentication, and security for an AI agent world,” which is STRICTLY EMBARGOED until 9 am (ET) Tuesday 07 October, was researched and compiled by the O...

At Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2025, HID reaffirms its authority in identity and access control with a lineup of solutions designed to advance security while streamlining the user experience. This includes cutting-edge mobile access technology, passwordless authentication and a comprehensive portfolio of high-definition, high-security printers and cloud-based issuance platforms, all designed to improve operational efficiency and strengthen security for organizations navigating connected wor...

Permiso, the pioneer in real-time identity security, announced the expansion of its platform to include comprehensive protection for AI identities, including AI users, AI builders, and AI agents, in order to provide enterprises with a single platform to protect all digital identities against cybersecurity threats. Available now, the expanded Permiso solution is unique in the market in that it treats AI security as an extension of identity security and offers the same comprehensive coverage for...

Iris ID Systems, Inc., a global pioneer in iris recognition technology, is exhibiting its multimodal IrisAccess™ iA1000 and full suite of iris-face fusion biometric technologies at Intersec Saudi Arabia, September 29–October 1. Visit booth 3 C39 to meet the team and get a product demo.   The iA1000 Multimodal Iris & Facial Recognition Terminal is Iris ID’s flagship solution, purpose-built for high-security access control while also adaptable for workforce managem...

Teleport, the Infrastructure Identity company, announced AI Session Summaries, a new capability in Teleport Identity Security that enables customers to summarize insights from thousands of hours of session recordings in minutes. Teleport generates session recordings of SSH, Kubernetes, and database access events, capturing a granular record of who did what in infrastructure. Teleport’s new AI Session Security and compliance teams often invest substantial time reviewing session logs...

Cohesity and Semperis announced a new product, Cohesity Identity Resilience, powered by Semperis, to defend enterprises’ critical identity infrastructure, including Microsoft Active Directory assets from cyberattacks. Now available for purchase from Cohesity, the solution is the strongest of its kind in the market, enabling companies to proactively harden defenses, recover rapidly, and conduct comprehensive post-attack forensic investigations. Role within IT environments Active Director...

Ping Identity, a pioneer in securing digital identities for the world’s largest enterprises, announced a new AI framework designed to close the trust gap created by the rise of AI agents, along with AI-powered assistants that boost administrator productivity. This framework makes verifiable trust a foundation of every digital interaction – helping enterprises unlock frictionless convenience, strengthen governance, and open new channels for growth. Humans and AI agents "We can no...

NEXT Biometrics, the world pioneer in advanced high-security fingerprint sensor technology, has secured its first mass production order for solutions that will be used in China ID products. The order, for NEXT Basalt FAP 20 sensors, is from an existing China-based OEM distributor and will be integrated into China ID products to support banking use cases. This news follows an initial order from the same distributor, which was announced in Q3 2024. This milestone reflects the growing demand for...

A new international standard has been developed by the IEC and ISO joint committee for biometrics, SC 37. The new ISO/IEC 20059 standard features methodologies to evaluate the resistance of biometric systems to morphing attacks. Biometric systems are increasingly used as a solid way to authenticate identities, because using human characteristics makes them hard to forge. Yet, in the age of AI, there is rising concern about the use of ‘morphing’ to create new identities that could...

Aduna, the aggregator of standardized network APIs, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sekura.id, now a part of XConnect, a pioneering solution provider in mobile identity and numbering intelligence. The collaboration will accelerate the adoption of CAMARA-Compliant APIs such as Number Verification (NV), SIM Swap (SS), and Know Your Customer (KYC), while establishing a foundation to enable future APIs that support emerging digital identity, authentication, and fra...

Iris ID, a pioneer in iris recognition technology, announced that its FacePAD algorithm version 2.4.2 has successfully cleared the Level 1 iBeta Presentation Attack Detection (PAD) compliance tested with Iris ID iBAR 600E.  The certification underscores Iris ID’s commitment to delivering solutions with the highest standards of biometric security, accuracy and reliability.  Iris ID’s FacePAD algorithm Iris ID’s FacePAD algorithm is effective at distinguishing betwee...

Iris ID, the global pioneer in iris recognition technology, is showcasing its next-generation iris and face fusion solutions at Identity Week America, September 10-11. At Booth 417, attendees can see how Iris ID’s touchless identity solutions are engineered for the most demanding environments, from enterprise security to national identification programs. Additionally, NextgenID, an Iris ID partner and trusted provider of identity security and technology, will display its Identity Station...

Entrust, a pioneer in identity-centric security solutions, announced an expanded partnership with Mastercard to enhance fraud prevention by integrating Mastercard Identity insights (powered by Ekata) into the Entrust Identity Verification Security Platform. The collaboration empowers organizations to strengthen fraud detection and prevention, reduce time and costs associated with manual intervention, and streamline end-users' digital onboarding experience. Digital First and Iden...

Hanwha Vision is opening new doors for security applications with the launch of OnCAFE (Cloud Access For Everyone), a cloud-hosted Access Control as a Service platform and the latest tool in the company’s expanding line of cloud-based solutions. Delivering a user-friendly, scalable, and cost-effective option for access control needs, OnCAFE reduces the deployment challenges traditionally associated with system initialization, device, user, and software management. Han...

Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, outlined key considerations for IT professionals as they look to strengthen protection against today’s cyber threats while preparing for the challenges of tomorrow. With the region’s growing investments in smart cities, energy hubs, and mega events, the need for physical security solutions that seamlessly integrate with IT infrastructure has never been greater. For IT professionals t...

Regula, a global developer of identity verification (IDV) solutions and forensic devices, has been recognized in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Identity Verification research. For the company, this recognition marks the outstanding capabilities of Regula’s IDV software and its ability to meet the current market needs. Gartner recognized Regula as a Niche Player.  Data security requirements It's a complete IDV solution, based on Regula Document Reader SDK...

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based identity verification, compliance, and fraud prevention business, recently announced its partnership with Ping Proxies, a rapidly growing UK-based provider of ethical residential proxies and web-data collection tools. By implementing iDenfy’s Know Your Customer (KYC) software, Ping Proxies will aim to efficiently scale the user onboarding process via AI-powered identity verification while ensuring that its proxy infrastructure is protected from fraudulent sign-u...

The global market insight and research firm, which specializes in the convergence of print and digital technologies in the future workplace, recognizes how Konica Minolta ‘retains a keen focus on enhancing print and endpoint security across three pillars – device-level resilience, managed security services, and workflow automation – aligned to support zero trust environments and evolving compliance demands'. AI-driven threats redefine print security priorities Published in Ju...

BadgePass, the creator of industry-pioneering badging platform, BadgeHub, and ProdataKey (PDK), a pioneering provider of cloud-based access control solutions, are proud to announce a new integration designed to streamline credential issuance and simplify access management for organizations nationwide. This powerful new integration allows BadgeHub partners and end-users to issue secure physical credentials for immediate use within the PDK platform. With the ability to sync cardholder data instan...

HID, a worldwide pioneer in trusted identity solutions, announced it has acquired Intelligent Observation, a major platform provider for hand hygiene compliance, designed to enable healthcare facilities to reduce hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) through proper hand hygiene practices. The addition of Intelligent Observation expands HID’s offering and relevance in the Healthcare RTLS space to further meet the growing needs of healthcare facilities. “Patients enter the hospital lo...

iDenfy, a Lithuanian-based RegTech company best known for its identity verification and fraud prevention automation solutions, introduced a new addition to its Know Your Business (KYB) platform, the Secretary of State (SOS) business search tool. This new feature helps businesses instantly connect and verify company information across all 50 U.S. states using official Secretary of State records. The new API solution will strive to help high-risk companies, such as fintechs and banks, improve KYB...

Appdome, the pioneer in protecting mobile businesses, announced here at Black Hat 2025 the integration of its IDAnchor’s Customer Identity Protection suite into MobileBOT Defense, Appdome’s bot defense offering. This powerful combination enables mobile brands and businesses to build a virtual Mobile API Gateway on top of any standard backend infrastructure, preventing unauthorized API access, stopping brute-force bot attacks, and eliminating point products for API Protection and Bo...