Unified access management

1Kosmos Named Blockchain Trailblazer in 2023 Tech Trailblazer Awards

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Banking, Technology, Professional Services, Blockchain, Security, Other Technology, Software, Other Professional Services, Internet, Insurance, Finance, Unified access management, Privacy, MFA, PII, Cryptocurrency

1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced it was recognized as a Blockchain Trailblazer in the 2023 Tech Trailblazer Awards.

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1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced it was recognized as a Blockchain Trailblazer in the 2023 Tech Trailblazer Awards.
This independent awards program identifies the most innovative enterprise technology startups, concepts and individuals in the world.
“1Kosmos uses a private and permissioned blockchain at the core of its BlockID digital identity cloud service which unifies identity verification and multi-factor passwordless authentication,” said Hemen Vimadalal, CEO of 1Kosmos.
“This gives users control over their data, while protecting their privacy, PII and digital identity.

1Kosmos BlockID Adds Passwordless Authentication to Amazon Cognito

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced it has completed the integration of its 1Kosmos BlockID platform with Amazon Cognito .

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1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced it has completed the integration of its 1Kosmos BlockID platform with Amazon Cognito .
As an AWS Advanced Technology Partner , 1Kosmos enables Amazon customers to seamlessly add passwordless multi-factor authentication (MFA) to their customer-facing web and mobile application journeys.
Customers can deploy and directly procure BlockID from the AWS Marketplace to implement phishing resistant passwordless MFA on AWS Cognito that delivers a frictionless user experience through non-spoofable, live biometrics with verified identity.
“Unlike traditional passwordless and MFA platforms, 1Kosmos BlockID uses identity-based verification to transparently authenticate users and prevent account compromise and fraud,” said Huzefa Olia, Co-Founder and COO for 1Kosmos.

1Kosmos Unifies Identity Verification User Journeys Across Web and Mobile Platforms

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced the 1Kosmos BlockID platform now enables organizations to seamlessly extend web-based identity proofing sessions to a user's mobile device for scanning government issued documents.

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1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced the 1Kosmos BlockID platform now enables organizations to seamlessly extend web-based identity proofing sessions to a user's mobile device for scanning government issued documents.
To enable fast and easy identity proofing from the web, without downloading a mobile application, 1Kosmos BlockID connects a browser to a session accessing the camera on a user's mobile device for document verification.
“Traditional identity verification journeys performed on the web require users to install a mobile app for scanning government issued documents,” said Huzefa Olia, Co-Founder and COO for 1Kosmos.
“For organizations that prefer an app-less experience, 1Kosmos BlockID eliminates the need for a dedicated app, while providing the flexibility to embed and customize document-based identity proofing across different platforms and end user journeys to suit their identity assurance and security requirements.”
Like the 1Kosmos mobile app, the new app-less web based identity verification capabilities enable users to capture high quality images of government issued documents through mobile devices.

Global Privileged Access Management Markets, 2023-2028 with Fortinet, Beyond Trust, CyberArk, Broadcom, Imprivata, Optiv Securit, and ManageEngine Dominating

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Simultaneously, the heightened commitment of enterprises to meet regulatory norms has further strengthened the market's trajectory.

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Simultaneously, the heightened commitment of enterprises to meet regulatory norms has further strengthened the market's trajectory.
Furthermore, as regulations intensify and compliance becomes more challenging, professional services aid organizations in maintaining alignment with industry standards and mandates.
Furthermore, the growing presence and expansion of global PAM solution providers in the region and local vendors innovating tailored solutions bolster the adoption rate.
Digital Transformation, Along with Accelerated Shift to Cloud, to Boost Market Growth
Kron Technologies' Agentless "Single Connect" Solution Offered Seamless, Unified Access Management, Reducing Project Implementation Time

1Kosmos Certified for UK Government Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced the 1Kosmos BlockID platform has received certification for the UK Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework (UKDIATF), which validates identity and authentication service providers meet security and privacy standards for protecting users' privacy and data.

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1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced the 1Kosmos BlockID platform has received certification for the UK Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework (UKDIATF), which validates identity and authentication service providers meet security and privacy standards for protecting users' privacy and data.
1Kosmos is already certified to the leading digital identity verification standards including NIST 800-63-3 via Kantara, FIDO2 and iBeta biometrics.
The 1Kosmos BlockID platform has been certified as a digital Identity Service Provider (IDSP) and Attribute Service Provider (ASP) under UKDIATF.
“UKDIATF defines standards for organizations providing or using digital identity services to ensure a consistent approach to digital identity verification, minimizing risks associated with identity fraud or misuse,” said Huzefa Olia, COO of 1Kosmos.

1Kosmos Named Luminary in Biometric Digital Identity Prism Report

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced the it has been named a Luminary vendor for its BlockID platform in the Biometric Digital Identity Prism Report from FindBiometrics and Acuity Market Intelligence.

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1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced the it has been named a Luminary vendor for its BlockID platform in the Biometric Digital Identity Prism Report from FindBiometrics and Acuity Market Intelligence.
According to the report: “1Kosmos is leading the charge in the identity space because it takes biometric digital identity as seriously as the blockchain technology that positions it in this Prism Beam.
We are honored to be recognized for our innovations by the Biometric Digital Identity Prism Report.”
The Biometric Digital Identity Prism Report helps influencers and decision makers understand, innovate, and implement digital identity technologies, and covers:
Evolutionary trends influencing the biometric digital identity market.
Assessments and profiles for vendors included on the Biometric Digital Identity Prism.

1Kosmos BlockID Named Best ID Management Solution in 2023 Finovate Awards

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Online Privacy, Technology, Finance, Security, Fintech, Banking, Professional Services, Blockchain, Software, NIST, Life, Privacy, ID, AML, FIDO2, Unified access management, KYC, Cryptocurrency

1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced the 1Kosmos BlockID platform has been named Best ID Management Solution in the prestigious 2023 Finovate awards.

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1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced the 1Kosmos BlockID platform has been named Best ID Management Solution in the prestigious 2023 Finovate awards.
The Finovate Awards recognize the companies driving fintech innovation forward and the individuals bringing new ideas to life.
Best ID Management Solution is presented to an organization that excels in the area of ID management, including ID verification, KYC compliance, protecting customers’ identities and safeguarding their personal data.
1Kosmos BlockID’s innovative technology, which is certified to NIST 800-63-3 (via Kantara), FIDO2 and iBeta biometrics, exceeds identity proofing standards.

Tool Sprawl, External Threats, and Security Are Top Concerns for IT Admins

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

While 77% of SME IT admins want a single tool to do their job, organizations continue to force them to use many more.

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While 77% of SME IT admins want a single tool to do their job, organizations continue to force them to use many more.
In terms of coming layoffs, 77% of all admins anticipate more layoffs, in line with 78% of US-only admins who anticipate the same.
49% of admins agree that they’re more concerned about their organization’s security posture now than they were six months ago.
While male and female admins report the same general level of happiness in their job, more male admins (61%) report feeling overwhelmed than female admins (53%).

1Kosmos to Demonstrate Breakthrough in Reusable Verified Credentials at FinovateFall 2023

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Online Privacy, Technology, Insurance, Finance, Security, Banking, Professional Services, Software, Web3, Knowledge, Unified access management, Web 3.0, Cryptocurrency

WHO: Sheetal Elangovan, Product Manager, for 1Kosmos is responsible for the admin experience on the BlockID platform and product design lead for the company’s products.

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WHO: Sheetal Elangovan, Product Manager, for 1Kosmos is responsible for the admin experience on the BlockID platform and product design lead for the company’s products.
WHAT: Financial institutions globally grapple with detecting fraudulent physical and digital identity credentials.
At FinovateFall, 1Kosmos will showcase reusable verified credentials, a unique capability enabling banks, brokerage firms, and insurance companies to perform tamper evident and trustworthy digital identity verification.
Reusable verified digital credentials are pivotal for Web 3.0, and will disrupt financial services by facilitating high trust interactions with customers and sensitive on-the-go activities without manual reviews common for physical ID checks.

1Kosmos BlockID Product Lines Now Available in NayaOne FinTech Marketplace

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced the 1Kosmos BlockID distributed identity cloud service is now available on NayaOne , the leading fintech ecosystem platform for financial services providers.

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1Kosmos , the company that unifies identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced the 1Kosmos BlockID distributed identity cloud service is now available on NayaOne , the leading fintech ecosystem platform for financial services providers.
NayaOne makes the BlockID platform more accessible to banks looking to deploy a phishing resistant approach to passwordless multi-factor authentication that delivers a frictionless user experience through non-spoofable, live biometrics with verified identity.
The NayaOne platform provides a single point of access to the latest fintech innovations that enable financial institutions to stay ahead of the competition in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
The 1Kosmos listing makes it easy for customers to test, deploy and directly procure BlockID in the NayaOne Marketplace.