Identity management

BIO-key Receives $1.5M Pre-Paid, Two-Year Software Subscription Order for its Biometric Identification Platform

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

The agreement follows continued strong growth in client enrollments by the customer over eight years since its first deployment.

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  • The agreement follows continued strong growth in client enrollments by the customer over eight years since its first deployment.
  • The BIO-key system streamlines and enhances security for the client identification process for over 25 million clients and contemplates approximately 12% annual growth in users over the next year.
  • BIO-key’s enhanced biometric technology automates and streamlines the positive identification of customers at various contact points within its branches.
  • BIO-key’s solution was originally selected following exhaustive testing to confirm both accuracy, scalability and scanner interoperability for security and future growth in enrollment.

Bitdefender Launches Powerful Cloud Security Posture Management Solution

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Bitdefender, a global cybersecurity leader, today unveiled GravityZone CSPM+ , a powerful Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) solution for monitoring and managing configurations of cloud infrastructures including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Microsoft Azure and others.

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  • Bitdefender, a global cybersecurity leader, today unveiled GravityZone CSPM+ , a powerful Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) solution for monitoring and managing configurations of cloud infrastructures including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Microsoft Azure and others.
  • “GravityZone CSPM+ extends security, configuration management, and IAM capabilities across cloud infrastructures on a single platform - empowering businesses to proactively mitigate risks and strengthen overall security posture.
  • Additionally, GravityZone includes industry leading endpoint protection , container security with run-time support for containers and Linux kernel module independence, and security for servers , hypervisors, and virtualized environments – a true Cloud Native Security solution.
  • Genetics testing company NalaGenetics stated, “Right from the start, Bitdefender CSPM+ helped bridge the gap in terms of cloud infrastructure and security expertise.

Saviynt Adds SentinelOne CEO Tomer Weingarten and Former Infoblox CEO Jesper Andersen to its Board of Directors

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Saviynt , a leading provider of cloud-native identity and governance platform solutions, announced today that it has appointed SentinelOne CEO Tomer Weingarten and retired Infoblox CEO Jesper Andersen as Board members to help scale the company to its next phase of success.

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  • Saviynt , a leading provider of cloud-native identity and governance platform solutions, announced today that it has appointed SentinelOne CEO Tomer Weingarten and retired Infoblox CEO Jesper Andersen as Board members to help scale the company to its next phase of success.
  • Both Weingarten and Andersen see Saviynt as solving a critical business need with a unique opportunity to lead the market into the future.
  • “Access management is a critical piece of cybersecurity and the market for solutions to manage it is fast emerging,” Weingarten said.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome both Tomer and Jesper as advisers to the Saviynt Board.

Industry Veteran Caleb Sima to Keynote Identity Management Day 2024 Conference, Registration Now Open

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Identity Defined Security Alliance (IDSA), a nonprofit that provides vendor-neutral education and resources to help organizations reduce the risk of a breach by combining identity and security strategies, today announced registration is now open for the Identity Management Day Virtual Conference 2024. The free one-day event will take place on Identity Management Day, April 9, 2024.

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  • The free one-day event will take place on Identity Management Day, April 9, 2024.
  • The fourth annual Identity Management Day, presented by the IDSA, the Secure Identity Alliance , and IdentityXP , in partnership with the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA), and co-chaired by Saviynt , will be a 24-hour-long event.
  • Nominate an Individual or Organization for an Identity Management Award: Recognize individuals and organizations making identity management and security an enabler to business operations while reducing risk.
  • Become an Identity Management Champion : Identity Management Champions have made identity management and security foundational to their mission.

LightEdge Releases Next-Gen Suite of Cloud Security & Managed Services

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LightEdge, a leading provider of secure cloud and colocation, has unveiled the next generation of its cloud security and managed services, including restructured Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS) and new LightEdge Cloud Recovery (DRaaS) solutions, as well as a new Endpoint Detection Response (EDR) offering. With new options for comprehensive threat monitoring and alerts, the updated LightEdge Cloud suite offers tailored business continuity services managed by LightEdge's team of cloud engineers.

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  • Cloud Security & Compliance Leader Further Invests in Full Cloud Experience, Enhancing BaaS & DRaaS Offerings and Adding New Security Services
    DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LightEdge , a leading provider of secure cloud and colocation, has unveiled the next generation of its cloud security and managed services, including restructured Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS) and new LightEdge Cloud Recovery (DRaaS) solutions, as well as a new Endpoint Detection Response (EDR) offering.
  • With new options for comprehensive threat monitoring and alerts, the updated LightEdge Cloud suite offers tailored business continuity services managed by LightEdge's team of cloud engineers.
  • "Security is the top concern for our clients, particularly as enterprises face more — and more dire —  cybersecurity threats than ever," said Jim Masterson, LightEdge CEO.
  • Suite of Cloud Security Enhancements includes Identity Access Management, Behavioral AI Technologies, and Endpoint Detection Response (EDR).

authID Positions for Strong Growth in Biometric Identity Verification and Authentication with New Identity Domain Talent

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

DENVER, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- authID® [Nasdaq: AUID], a leading provider of innovative biometric identity verification and authentication solutions, today announced the appointment of new talent that will position the Company for further growth in 2024 and beyond.

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  • DENVER, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- authID® [Nasdaq: AUID], a leading provider of innovative biometric identity verification and authentication solutions, today announced the appointment of new talent that will position the Company for further growth in 2024 and beyond.
  • He was a key contributor to creating adaptive authentication products that were the precursors to today’s advanced multi-factor authentication solutions.
  • Prateek is a former identity developer which helps him provide the best guidance on how to integrate and configure biometrics for authID’s customers.
  • "Their proven expertise in sales management and deep identity domain knowledge will be instrumental in strengthening our market position, accelerating authID’s growth trajectory, and increasing shareholder value."

Banking Sector Tops Consumer Digital Trust, Finds Thales

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Thales, a leading global technology and security provider, today announced the findings of its 2024 Thales Digital Trust Index which reveals that the banking sector is most trusted when it comes to protecting personal data and delivering trusted digital experiences.

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  • Thales, a leading global technology and security provider, today announced the findings of its 2024 Thales Digital Trust Index which reveals that the banking sector is most trusted when it comes to protecting personal data and delivering trusted digital experiences.
  • Thales surveyed 12,426 consumers globally about their relationship with online brands and services, what privacy expectations they demand, and how brands can earn their trust.
  • “While businesses are subject to international data privacy laws no matter the sector, those further down the rankings have been subjected to fewer directives directly addressing both data security and privacy.
  • The imperative is clear: organizations must uphold an unwavering commitment to both data security and user experience to build a future where trust enables digital interactions,” Danny concluded.

Bridgetown, Barbados Credit Union Selects BIO-key’s PortalGuard to Enhance Access to Shared Workstations Including Biometrics

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

By implementing BIO-key’s PortalGuard platform with Identity-Bound Biometric authentication, COB ensures a more robust and reliable defense against unauthorized access to the credit union’s systems.

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  • By implementing BIO-key’s PortalGuard platform with Identity-Bound Biometric authentication, COB ensures a more robust and reliable defense against unauthorized access to the credit union’s systems.
  • COB also desired a complete solution that could support multiple authentication factors including one-time passwords, biometrics or tokens.
  • These security and productivity requirements were especially important for shared workstation environments utilized by credit union tellers.
  • "BIO-key’s PortalGuard and IBB security solutions provide robust security and best-in-class support for shared workstations where other vendor solutions are limited and costly," said Mark Cochran, President of BIO-key’s PortalGuard division.

Tragsa Group Enhances Cybersecurity with BIO-key’s Multi-Factor Authentication Solution

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Monday, January 22, 2024

AuthControl Sentry, renowned for its comprehensive authentication capabilities, now plays a critical role in protecting the login processes of Tragsa’s internal and external users.

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  • AuthControl Sentry, renowned for its comprehensive authentication capabilities, now plays a critical role in protecting the login processes of Tragsa’s internal and external users.
  • The implementation of AuthControl Sentry, complemented by a Virtual Private Network (VPN), enhances the overall security posture of Tragsa, ensuring encrypted and secure access across its vast network.
  • The integration highlights Tragsa’s proactive approach to cybersecurity, ensuring both the safety and privacy of its data against ever evolving cyber threats.
  • We are proud to support Tragsa in setting new standards for data protection and security.

Tuebora Launches “Ask Tuebora”, a Generative AI Tool for Identity and Access Management

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

Tuebora, a leading provider of knowledgeable and interactive Identity Governance Administration (IGA) solutions, announced today the availability of Ask Tuebora, a natural language query engine designed to simplify complex workflows and automate repetitive Identity Access Management (IAM) tasks.

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  • Tuebora, a leading provider of knowledgeable and interactive Identity Governance Administration (IGA) solutions, announced today the availability of Ask Tuebora, a natural language query engine designed to simplify complex workflows and automate repetitive Identity Access Management (IAM) tasks.
  • Ask Tuebora is a generative AI tool that simulates human interaction and adapts its functionality to align with user thought processes, incorporating feedback and improving cognition with each query.
  • Ask Tuebora eliminates the need to learn specific system vendor terminology or multiple user interfaces.
  • Trial participants will be given a sample data set to explore how generative AI could be used in their organizations.