Date: 13/03/2011

Fujitsu joins IBIA, a trade body for biometrics and ID

Fujitsu Frontech North America Inc. has joined the International Biometrics & Identification Association (IBIA), a trade association that promotes the effective and appropriate use of biometric technology. The Fujitsu PalmSecure palm vein technology is used worldwide with more than 2 million users in the U.S.

Fujitsu PalmSecure technology utilizes contactless, non-traceable and non-shareable authentication methods. The PalmSecure sensor uses a near-infrared light to capture a user's palm vein pattern, generating a unique biometric template that is matched against the palm vein patterns of pre-registered users.

"Having served on the IBIA board for years, I have seen the significant benefits of bringing leading biometric companies and security industry experts together to collaborate on how to most effectively promote the use of authentication technology," said Christer Bergman, vice president of Biometric Solutions, Fujitsu Frontech North America Inc. "Through the ongoing development and commercialization of the PalmSecure palm vein authentication solution, Fujitsu has developed a considerable amount of technology expertise, as well as insight into how customers are using biometrics within their organizations. In joining the IBIA, we look forward to sharing our experiences and knowledge with other members as we collectively work to solve the identity, security and privacy challenges facing companies across the globe."

"Across nearly every industry, the need and demand for advanced authentication and access control solutions have never been greater," said Tovah LaDier, managing director for the IBIA. "We are thrilled to have Fujitsu on board as an IBIA member and look forward to working closely with its biometric solutions group, in collaboration with our global network of members, to meet this demand with innovative technologies. Together, we have the opportunity to advance the field of biometrics to meet security, privacy and productivity needs in ways never before thought possible."