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Beyond the Barcode

As mobile data subscribers soar towards 2.8 billion by 2013, businesses are tapping into mobile tagging to boost productivity and streamline operations.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2010

Global Stories

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Data Protection

Cherry launches smart card devices for secure workplaces

Support for mixed IT estates should improve as Cherry's new smart card devices work with native drivers and update after deployment.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • This month

Data Protection

Deepfake fraud attacks rise 180% as identity checks fail

Nearly one in 100 failed identity checks now involves deepfake material, as AI-generated fraud threatens banking, payments and online services.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month

EduTech

Tap into the future: How the University of Sydney transformed campus life with digital ID

University of Sydney swaps ageing plastic cards for tap-and-go digital IDs, transforming access, security and sustainability across campus.

By Gallagher Security • 6 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2026

Encryption

Linxens unveils Hint to detect chip-tampered ID documents

Linxens has launched Hint, a hidden sensor for e-passports and ID cards that alerts border checks to deliberate chip tampering and fraud.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Tue, 6th Jan 2026

Digital Transformation

Stibo Systems launches innovative Sustainability Data Cards

Stibo Systems unveils Sustainability Data Cards, revolutionising businesses' ability to navigate sustainability regulations, improve decision-making, and foster transparency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024

Encryption

Entrust launches cloud-based ID issuance solution

The Sigma instant ID solution uses encryption, trusted HSM technology and secure boot to issue highly secure physical and mobile identities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Oct 2020

Physical Security

Why it's time to move ID card issuance to the cloud

As traditional ID card issuance methods become outdated and insecure, moving to cloud-based solutions offers increased flexibility, security, and efficiency.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2019

Physical Security

How to successfully phase out legacy physical security systems

Legacy physical security systems often create a cumbersome and difficult environment for those that need to make use of them.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Jan 2019

Endpoint Protection

NZTech to launch new digital identity organisation

Next week, Digital Identity NZ will become New Zealand's first formal digital identity organisation, promoting open standards and innovation.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Nov 2018

Cybersecurity

Fundamental shift: A look inside the rising role of IT in physical access control

Shifting budgets and responsibilities require IT and physical security teams to consider a fundamental change in day-to-day operations.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Jul 2018

Counterfeits

How ID cards can use visual security to make counterfeiters weep

One look at a well-crafted identity card could tell counterfeiters that they're defeated before they even try.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018

Document Management

'Print' security at your business - while saving money

At the very heart of any defence is the simple idea of 'if you're not who you say you are then no access' - this new printer is set to change things.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Nov 2017

Document Management

Securing the printing process for a revolution in ID card management

Choosing cards and printers with security in mind can result in durable, multifunction cards less likely to face misuse and tampering.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2017