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February 2007 • Volume 12 Number 2 |
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Member News JCB Selects Visa Asia Pacific's Specification for Expansion of Contactless Payments SINGAPORE, TOKYO, FEBRUARY 21, 2007–Visa and JCB announced today an agreement to share Visa Asia Pacific’s contactless specification, which will soon open up the acceptance of JCB’s ‘J/Speedy’ contactless cards at merchant locations outside of Japan. With this arrangement, merchants can use the same terminal to accept contactless payments for both brands. The agreement will significantly increase the network of acceptance points for Visa and JCB contactless cards. Visa’s specifications, based on EMV principles, were designed to support any contactless payment product. [ read the full release ] OTI's Saturn 6000 Receives MasterCard PayPass M/Chip Approval Fort Lee, NJ, February 20, 2007–On Track Innovations Ltd, (OTI) (NASDAQ: OTIV), a global leader in contactless microprocessor-based smart card solutions, for homeland security, payments, petroleum payments and other applications, today announced that its new contactless reader, the Saturn 6000, has been approved by MasterCard after rigorous testing for the latest versions of PayPass: EMV M/Chip Version 1.3 and Magnetic Stripe Version 3.2 contactless payment programs which allows the reader to support the global contactless payments market. The reader is also approved for MasterCard PayPass ISO 14443 Implementation Specification, Version 1.1 required by MasterCard for all products starting this year. In addition, the Saturn 6000 supports contactless payments programs from other major financial institutions, including Visa contactless program, ExpressPay from American Express and Discover Zip as well as programs for mass transit ticketing, MIFARE, loyalty, third party applications, and more. [ read the full release ] IDTP and Sage Capital Advisors, LLC Form Partnership NORTH POTOMAC, Md., February 20, 2007, (BUSINESS WIRE)–Identification Technology Partners, Inc. (IDTP) announces a strategic alliance with Sage Capital Advisors, LLC of Minneapolis, MN. Both companies have an interest in assuring the efficient development of advanced security technologies. “This relationship aligns our strengths so that we can more effectively discover new business opportunities and support vital technology development,” said M. Paul Collier, President of IDTP. “Sage Capital’s focus on biometrics and secure credentialing brings a valuable resource to facilitate the growth of these technologies.” [ read the full release ] INSIDE Contactless nominated for Performance AWARD Les Echos - La Carte Corporate Aix en Provence, France, February 19th, 2007–INSIDE Contactless, a world leader for contactless semiconductor chips and hardware platforms, today announced that the company was nominated for the award of Performance Prize Les Echos - La Carte Corporate. [ read the full release ] Cybertrust and CoreStreet Launch Government Smart Card Credential Validation Service HERNDON, Va., February 13, 2007, (BUSINESS WIRE)–Cybertrust®, the global information security specialist, and CoreStreet, a leader in software for smart credential and convergence programs, today announced collaboration around government smart card credentialing. Aimed at validating Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 201-compliant smart cards, the U.S. Department of Defense Common Access Card (DoD CAC) and smart cards issued as part of numerous national ID and health card programs around the globe, this service provides customers with a cost-effective end-to-end alternative to deploying their own Public Key Infrastructure. [ read the full release ] Discover® Network Certifies INSIDE Contactless Chip for Contactless Payment Cards and Devices Riverwoods, Ill., February 14, 2007–Discover Financial Services, a business unit of Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that Discover Network has certified the MicroPass L4 intelligent hardware platform from INSIDE Contactless. The MicroPass L4 is a contactless chip platform for cards, key fobs and other devices approved for use with Discover Network’s fast, secure, and simple contactless payment network. [ read the full release ] Discover Network and Motorola Announce Mobile Payments and Account Management Trial Riverwoods and Schaumburg, Ill., February 13, 2007–Discover Financial Services, a business unit of Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS), and Motorola Inc. (NYSE: MOT), today announced the launch of a mobile payments and account management trial that enables participants to check their Discover Card account balances, review payment history, and make purchases using their mobile phones in place of a traditional plastic credit card. [ read the full release ] nCryptone and Inteligensa launch nC Mobile Token, an innovative strong authentication suite on a cellphone Boulogne-Billancourt, the 8th of February 2007–nCryptone, a key player in the field of strong authentication solutions, and Inteligensa, a Latin American company specializing in the development and the implementation of intelligent solutions for mass market, join their expertise to transform cellphones into Tokens that are both simple to deploy and to use. [ read the full release ] nCryptone and Inteligensa are launching the first multi-purpose token: the Dual Output Token Boulogne-Billancourt, the 29th of January 2007–nCryptone, the major actor of strong and multi-channel authentication solutions, and Inteligensa, a Latin American company, specialized in the development and implementation of intelligent solutions for mass business, are joining their expertise to propose a new multi-purpose authenticator adapted to the diversity of contexts for the final user. [ read the full release ] Giesecke & Devrient Supplying TeliaSonera with 1-Gigabyte SIM Cards Barcelona, February 12, 2007–TeliaSonera, the leading telecommunications operator in the Nordic and Baltic states, has commissioned Giesecke & Devrient (G&D), the world’s second largest manufacturer of smart cards, to provide it with SIM cards featuring a storage capacity of over one gigabyte (GB) for preliminary trials. The 1 GB SIM card from G&D, dubbed GalaxSIM, runs on a corresponding chip platform from Samsung. The trial will be conducted on a P3600 personal digital assistant (PDA) from HTC. [ read the full release ] INSIDE Contactless Presents Next Generation NFC Services at 3GSM World Congress, Barcelona Barcelona, Spain, February 12th, 2007–INSIDE Contactless, a world leader for contactless semiconductor chips and hardware platforms, today announced that the company will present its next generation NFC (Near Field Communications) technologies and services on 3GSM booth number F33. [ read the full release ] Gemalto Partners with Agis to Offer Managed Services for Location Based Solutions 3GSM World Congress, Barcelona, February 12, 2007–Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), a world leader in digital security, today announces its partnership with Agis Pte Ltd to provide an end-to-end location-based service solution to mobile telecommunications operators and content providers. Gemalto incorporates GprX™ technology from Agis into its SIM card solutions, enabling service providers to deliver location-based services such as parent-child tracking, fleet monitoring and lost handset tracking, in a cost effective manner. These services provide location predictions of 50 to 100 meters accuracy, even in densely built-up areas. [ read the full release ] Smart Cards Key to Information and Identity Security Vision Bill Gates Presented in RSA Keynote PRINCETON JUNCTION, NJ, Feb. 9, 2007–Luminaries in the information industry made it clear at the just-concluded RSA 2007 conference that smart cards are going to have a vital role to play in protecting digital information and identities in the future. [ read the full release ] GSA Approves Sagem Morpho's MorphoAccess120 W PIV "Smart" Reader for FIPS 201 PIV Contactless CHUID Reader Classification February 9, 2007, ALEXANDRIA, Va., (BUSINESS WIRE)–Sagem Morpho, leader in biometric access control and identity verification products, is pleased to announce the MorphoAccess120 W PIV smart terminal. The MorphoAccess120 W, or MA120 W, is the first biometric smart card reader to pass the GSA approved product requirements for the FIPS 201 Contactless CHUID Reader category. See http://fips201ep.cio.gov/apl.php for the GSA Approved Product List. This versatile new line of intelligent biometric access control products includes an FBI approved biometric optical sensor and a contactless smart card reader capable of reading and processing the entire CHUID or Card Holder Unique Identifier. The strength of the MA120 W processing is the ability to parse and verify the integrity of the CHUID data elements, to validate they have been digitally signed by an authorized source, and to determine the card’s expiration date. [ read the full release ] Gemalto and Abaxia Partner to Launch Complete Solution for Dynamic Management of On-Device Services Amsterdam, The Netherlands, February 9, 2007–Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), a world leader in digital security, and Abaxia, a leader in Mobile Desktop solutions, today announces the launch of a complete package that will enable the dynamic management of on-device services. This innovative solution relies on the new generation of multimedia SIM cards from Gemalto associated with an over the air (OTA) infrastructure. This combination will give mobile operators greater control of the handset user interface (UI) by allowing them to manage the way users access the handset’s internal phone features and menus. It will also increase the average revenue per user (ARPU) generated by data services. With this Gemalto-Abaxia package, mobile operators can now proactively manage the user interface and the associated services via OTA, even once the handsets have been deployed. [ read the full release ] Gemalto Steps Up its Innovation Policy in Multimedia Services for Mobile Phones Amsterdam, The Netherlands, February 9, 2007–Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), a world leader in digital security, today announces the official launch of the MaXSSIMM¹ program, aimed at establishing and promoting a new industrial standard for mobile multimedia services. The program is supported by France’s AII² (industrial innovation agency), and is intended to facilitate and accelerate the implementation of personalized and secure Internet services for mobile phones. These include personal data management and the transfer of protected multimedia content from one device to another. The Gemalto-led consortium created to implement MaXSSIMM will put forward a solution comprised of prototypes in 2008. Live trials using the finalized technologies will be conducted in 2009. [ read the full release ] Giesecke & Devrient SIM Cards Secure Access to Mobile TV from Vodafone Italy Munich, February 08, 2007–Vodafone Italy, the country’s second largest mobile network operator, recently began offering its wireless customers a way to watch TV on their cell phones through its Vodafone SKY TV service. Much like pay-TV on an ordinary television set, the channels come in the form of encrypted broadcasts. The system of access rights offered by Nagravision handles the task of decoding the signal inside the mobile handset. Nagravision is an independent provider of conditional access systems and integrated solutions for digital TV channel operators. SIM cards being supplied by Giesecke & Devrient (G&D), the world’s second largest manufacturer of smart cards, ensure secure storage and administration of the keys and the user’s rights for the Nagravision system while enabling Vodafone to bill its customers for the incurred TV charges directly via the SIM card. [ read the full release ] Gemalto Integrates Digital Security Solutions with New Microsoft Identity Lifecycle Manager RSA CONFERENCE, San Francisco, CA, February 7, 2007–Gemalto (Euronext NL0000400653 GTO), a world leader in digital security, today announced the integration of its Gemalto .NET digital security solution with Microsoft’s new Identity Lifecycle Manager 2007 (ILM 2007), introduced at the RSA Conference. Gemalto is demonstrating how ILM 2007 streamlines the deployment and management of certificates with Gemalto .NET cards this week at the conference, Feb. 5 to 9, in Gemalto booth #1624 and at Microsoft’s Partner Pavilion, booth #1009. [ read the full release ] International Jury Selects Eight Finalists in 2007 Gemalto SIMagine Contest Amsterdam, The Netherlands, February 7, 2007–An international jury has selected the eight finalists from more than 200 entries in the 2007 Gemalto SIMagine™ worldwide developer contest. Over the past seven years, the Gemalto SIMagine challenge, which aims to discover and promote new ideas for creative and powerful mobile services, has become the event of reference in the mobile value-added services world. [ read the full release ] Gemalto Named "Hot Company" 2007 by Info Security Products Guide RSA CONFERENCE 2007, San Francisco, CA, February 6, 2007–Gemalto’s leadership and innovation in the digital security market have earned it a spot among the elite “Hot Companies” for 2007 in the Info Security Products Guide, the world’s leading publication on security-related products and technologies. The Hot Companies selection recognizes industry players that provide end users with the most effective and deployable protective solutions against the next generation of highly sophisticated attacks. [ read the full release ] Gemalto Powers Online Security with Unprecedented Simplicity RSA CONFERENCE 2007, San Francisco, CA, February 5, 2007–Online consumers wary of phishing, keyboard logging, bots and identity theft can now take control of their own network security with the Gemalto Network Identity Manager (NIM). This self-contained, portable, network security solution plugs into a USB port, works with a standard browser, runs on any PC and does not require any software installations or downloads. An onboard network computer and Internet software create a PIN-protected digital safety zone, impervious to malware lurking in the PC or on the Internet. Yet, it is simple and intuitive for anyone to use. In addition, the NIM supports the VeriSign Identity Protection (VIP) Network, so consumers can use Gemalto’s latest innovation with any organization in this shared authentication network that includes many of the world’s leading online businesses. [ read the full release ] Pentagon Force Protection Agency Selects CoreStreet's PIVMAN System for HSPD 12 Compliant Security CAMBRIDGE, MA, January 30, 2007–CoreStreet, a leader in software for smart credential and convergence programs, announced today that the Pentagon Force Protection Agency has purchased, and is deploying, the PIVMAN™ System to control access at leased Department of Defense (DoD) buildings and facilities in the National Capital Region. [ read the full release ] Gemalto Named Finalist for 2006 Solution Partner of the Year by Citrix Systems CITRIX SUMMIT 2007, ORLANDO, FL, January 30, 2007–Gemalto, a world leader in digital security, today announced that it was named a finalist for Citrix Systems, Inc. Solution Partner of the Year award. This recognizes Gemalto as among the companies that excel most in providing secure application delivery solutions to customers that are complementary to Citrix and drive Citrix adoption. Gemalto was named one of three finalists from a pool of 35 nominee organizations. [ read the full release ] Smart Card Alliance Recommends Best Practices for Use of RF Technology in Identity Management PRINCETON JUNCTION, NJ, Jan. 29, 2007–The Smart Card Alliance Identity Council has released guidance regarding best practices for organizations implementing radio frequency (RF) technology in identity management systems. [ read the full release ] Gemalto Digital Security Solutions Now 'Citrix Ready' CITRIX SUMMIT 2007, ORLANDO, FL, January 29, 2007–Gemalto, a world leader in digital security, today announced that it is among the first companies whose products have met verification requirements for Citrix Systems, Inc’s new initiative, “Citrix Ready,” after undergoing rigorous testing for security, reliability and compatibility. This recognized product compatibility allows customers to access the Citrix Systems platform using Gemalto digital security solutions for an added layer of protection, while keeping the same flexibility and platform interoperability to which they are accustomed. [ read the full release ] Saflink Takes Critical Step in Registered Traveler Program KIRKLAND, Wash., January 29, 2007–Saflink Corporation (NASDAQ:SFLK), a leading provider of solutions for secure access, identity assurance and productivity, today announced that it received notification from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) that Saflink has met the TSA’s minimum participation requirements to offer Registered Traveler (RT) services. The notification from the TSA helps Saflink and the other members of the FLO (Fast Lane Option) Alliance, including Microsoft, JPMorgan Chase, Johnson Controls, Inc., Smiths Detection (an operating division of Smiths Group) and ID Technology Partners, in their efforts to finalize contracts with airports and airlines interested in deploying an RT solution. The certification is a necessary step toward gaining final TSA approval to operate an RT deployment. Saflink joins a limited group of companies that have also met the minimum participation requirements during the last several weeks. [ read the full release ]
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