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July 23, 2010
TMCNet
AuthenTec, Atos Origin Team to Deliver Secure E-book Solution for FET
AuthenTec, a provider of security, identity management and touch control solutions and international IT services company Atos Origin have announced that they delivered a secure e-book solution for Far EasTone Telecommunications, a major Taiwanese mobile operator. Earlier this month, the e-book digital rights management “DRM” solution was introduced commercially by Far EasTone for e-book clients using notebook and netbook PCs, and a broad range of mobile phones to download copyrighted book content.
July 20, 2010
Fox Business
Far EasTone offers secure e-book solution from AuthenTec and Atos Origin
AuthenTec, a provider of security, identity management and touch control solutions, together with IT services company Atos Origin (Euronext:ATO), revealed on Monday that they have delivered a secure e-book solution for Taiwanese mobile operator Far EasTone Telecommunications.
The e-book digital rights management (DRM) solution is being offered by Far EasTone for downloading copyrighted book content to a wide range of e-book platforms and mobile phones.
July 20, 2010
Orlando Sentinel
AuthenTec lands e-book software deal for iPhones market in Taiwan
Melbourne-based AuthenTec Inc. said Tuesday it has partnered with Atos Origin S.A. of France to produce secure e-book distribution technology for users of the iPhone and other wireless devices in Taiwan. AuthenTec and Atos Origen landed the deal to produce and integrate the high-tech e-book distribution system for Far Eastone Telecommunications, one of the largest wireless service carriers in Taiwan, the companies said.
July 1, 2010
Technology Review
Biometrics: Fingerprints and Beyond
Successful biometrics technology demands highly accurate biological images. AuthenTec, based in Melbourne, Florida, developed a sensor that goes beyond the usual practice of employing optics to recognize a fingerprint’s peaks and valleys. AuthenTec’s sensor employs radio frequencies (RFs) to excite molecules in the living layer of skin where fingerprints are formed. “This RF technology allows us to overcome surface conditions of the skin, where fingerprints can be worn, calloused, dirty, or oily,” says AuthenTec president Larry Ciaccia.
AuthenTec supplies its biometrics component to consumer electronics manufacturers for use in more than 55 million PCs, cell phones, and other biometrics-enabled products.
June 18, 2010
ProSecurity Zone
Stylish Fingerprint Functionality for Fujitsu phone handsets
TruePrint smart biometric fingerprint sensors from AuthenTec bring one-touch security and direct access to functions through fingerprint control on NTT Docomo phones from Fujitsu.
AuthenTec’s new AES1750 smart sensor has been integrated into two new mobile phones from NTT Docomo, the waterproof docomo Prime series F-06B and docomo Style series F-07B. AuthenTec’s AES1750 smart sensor, built around the Company’s durable TouchStone packaging, brings convenient one-touch security and multi-functional control to these new handsets which are now available in Japan.
June 17, 2010
Cellphone News
AES1750 Smart Sensor to Equip Two Fujitsu Smartphones
AuthenTec, one of the world's most renowned security-solution providers, has recently announced that the company's new AES1750 smart sensor will be equipped on two Fujitsu devices from NTT DOCOMO. The two phones are the docomo STYLE series F-07B and the waterproof docomo PRIME series F-06B.
May 25, 2010
Orlando Business Journal
AuthenTec sensor in new Fujitsu notebook
AuthenTec’s TruePrint smart sensor with lighted LEDs is being introduced in Fujitsu’s new high-definition entertainment notebook. The notebook is the world’s first PC to use AuthenTec’s new smart sensor, which gives users visual feedback for sensor functions such as fingerprint authentication and navigation, AuthenTec officials said.
“AuthenTec’s smart sensor adds a new level of security, personalization and user feedback to our notebook,” said Paul Moore, Fujitsu America Inc.’s senior director. “We are pleased to be the first to include [it].” Melbourne-based AuthenTec (Nasdaq: AUTH) provides security, identity management and touch control smart sensor products.
May 21, 2010
EETimes Asia
AuthenTec brings fingerprint security to handsets
AuthenTec has won its first cellphone design for the Africa and Middle East markets with the AuthenTec ATW310 (formerly Atrua) fingerprint sensor. The Matrix M5 leverages the fingerprint security and personalization features of the ATW310 sensor, allowing users to unlock the phone with the simple swipe of a finger as well as launch phone shortcuts with the unique characteristics of different fingers.
May 21, 2010
4G Wireless Evolution
AuthenTec Wins Fingerprint-Enabled Cell Phone Design Contract for Africa and the Middle East
AuthenTec, a provider of security, identity management and touch control solutions, announced that it has won its first cell phone design for the African and Middle East markets with the AuthenTec ATW310 (formerly Atrua) fingerprint sensor. According to AuthenTec, the Matrix M5 leverages the fingerprint security and personalization features of the ATW310 sensor, allowing users to unlock the phone with the simple swipe of a finger as well as launch phone shortcuts with the unique characteristics of different fingers.
May 17, 2010
Orlando Business Journal
AuthenTec lands new phone contract
AuthenTec has won its first cell phone design contract for the African and Middle East markets with Matrix and its contract manufacturer Raydir Technology.
The terms of the deal were not disclosed. The AuthenTec ATW310 fingerprint sensor allows Matrix M5 cell phone users to unlock their phone with a swipe of a finger, as well as launch phone shortcuts using other fingers.
May 17, 2010
Orlando Sentinel
AuthenTec deal takes it to Africa with fingerprint-ID sensors
Melbourne-based AuthenTec Inc. said Monday it has landed a deal to make fingerprint-recognition sensors for cell phones being marketed in Africa and the Middle East.
The high-tech company won its bid to produce the fingerprint-ID systems for cell-phone maker Matrix and its manufacturing partner Raydir, AuthenTec said. It was the company's first deal involving cell phones being marketed in Africa and the Middle East.
May 11, 2010
EETimes Asia
SmartSynch, AuthenTec improve smart grid secruity
SmartSynch and AuthenTec are collaborating to provide an additional layer of protection to SmartSynch's smart grid infrastructure solutions. SmartSynch has selected AuthenTec's carrier-grade network security solution, the QuickSec/IPsec toolkit, to provide standards-compliant authentication, confidentiality, and data integrity for its smart grid solutions.
May 10, 2010
Florida Today
AuthenTec ventures into energy industry
Melbourne-based AuthenTec is getting into the energy business. The company, which designs and manufactures fingerprint-reading security sensors, recently announced that it's working with the Jackson, Miss.-based SmartSynch Inc. to provide security solutions for SmartSynch's clients in the energy industry.
May 10, 2010
Light Sensor
AuthenTec's smart sensor for MEDION Personal Navigation Assistants
MEDION and AuthenTec had earlier collaborated on the development of the MEDION GoPal P4425, the first finger print based PNA that was released during 2008. The X4345 and the X4545 PNAs were released at CEBIT. The X4545, a 4.7-inch touch-screen based PNA, includes the SiRFprima 600 MHz processor. It provides speech control to facilitate hands-free working and GPSpro to enable navigation in situations in tunnels where the GPS signals are lost.
May 4, 2010
Orlando Sentinel
Melbourne's AuthenTec pairs with MEDION AG in new GPS navigation devices
Melbourne-based AuthenTec Inc. said Tuesday it has won a series of deals to provide fingerprint-recognition sensor systems to European consumer electronics giant Medion AG. Terms of the deals call for AuthenTec to provide fingerprint-ID systems to be integrated into five new personal navigation devices being produced by Medion.
The systems will provide, among other things, security access, identity management and touch-control capability to the Global Positioning System devices.
April 27, 2010
Renew Grid
AuthenTec Introduces Smart Grid Security Products
AuthenTec, a provider of security, identity management and touch control solutions, is now offering security solutions for smart grid infrastructure, acquired through the company's purchase of SafeNet's Embedded Security Solutions.
AuthenTec's TrueProtect product line can now provide standards-compliant authentication, confidentiality and data integrity for companies and utilities that provide communications and networks for smart grid infrastructure.
April 27, 2010
TMCNet
Smart grid infrastructure fortified by SmartSynch and AuthenTec partnership
A partnership between SmartSynch, Inc., a smart grid infrastructure company utilizing standard Internet Protocol communications via public wireless networks, and AuthenTec, provider of security, identity management and touch control solutions has been announced. The partnership will provide an additional layer of fortification to SmartSynch's smart grid infrastructure solutions. AuthenTec's carrier-grade network security solution, the QuickSec/IPsec toolkit, to provide standards-compliant authentication, confidentiality, and data integrity for its smart grid solutions has been selected by SmartSynch.
April 21, 2010
New Energy World Network
SmartSynch and AuthenTec partner to fortify smart grid infrastructure
US smart grid infrastructure company SmartSynch and security company AuthenTec have partnered to provide an additional layer of fortification to SmartSynch’s infrastructure solutions.
SmartSynch has selected AuthenTec’s carrier-grade network security solution, the QuickSec IPsec toolkit, to provide standards-compliant authentication, confidentiality and data integrity for its smart grid solutions.
April 21, 2010
ZDNet
SmartSynch, AuthenTec team up in strategic smart grid security relationship
You could probably see this one coming, but now it’s official: Smart grid infrastructure player SmartSynch has signed a deal with AuthenTec to add what it is calling “carrier-grade” open security standards to its product line.
AuthenTec’s security — which covers everything from identity management to touch controls and biometrics — actually already is part of the SmartSynch’s GridRouter communications hub.
April 8, 2010
Third Factor
ASUS netbook to incorporate AuthenTec software and hardware
AuthenTec, a developer of security and identity management solutions, has announced its AES1660 TruePrint smart sensor and accompanying TrueSuite identity management software will be incorporated into computer manufacturer ASUS’ new Eee PC 1018P netbook.
The AES1660 TruePrint smart sensor is a fingerprint sensor designed specifically for use in notebooks and netbooks and is the second netbook from ASUS that has embedded the sensor.
April 8, 2010
ZDNet
SmartSynch woos ecosystem partners with interoperability play
With more than 100 smart grid projects underway, SmartSynch has formed an alliance program focused on building support for its GridRouter technology. The idea behind GridRouter is to support and enable interoperability between the various communication networks cropping up to connect smart grid projects.
April 6, 2010
Orlando Sentinel
AuthenTec gets boost in new PC deal with ASUSteK
Melbourne-based AuthenTec Inc.'s fingerprint-recognition devices have landed a slot in another notebook PC made by ASUStek Computer Inc., the companies said Monday.
ASUStek of Taiwan has incorporated AuthenTec's fingerprint-ID sensors and identity management security software in the latest ASUS netbook laptop, officials said.
April 6, 2010
TMCNet
ASUS' Netbooks Feature Smart Sensor
The netbook market boomed in 2009, tripling the number of units shipped to 30 million, according the IDC (News - Alert). And the market is expected to continue that trajectory through 2010. ASUS is hoping to capture its own share of the market by introducing the world’s first netbook- the new Eee PC 1018P- that incorporates AuthenTec’s TruePrint smart sensor and TrueSuite identity management software.
April 6, 2010
Renew Grid
SmartSynch announces GridRouter Ecosystem
SmartSynch, Inc., a smart grid infrastructure company, has formed the GridRouter EcoSystem - a group of industry participants that will collaborate to establish an interoperable, IP-based communications business network for the smart grid.
SmartSynch says companies currently supporting the EcoSystem include AT&T, Motorola, Cooper Power Systems, Battelle, T-Mobile, Rogers Communications, Itron, Daviscomms USA, Futaba Corp. and AuthenTec.
April 6, 2010
Green Tech Media
SmartSynch Announces SmartGrid Communications Coalition
Coalitions appear to be the spring fashion trend for smart grid. After a recent announcement of a customer coalition, SmartSynch has announced GridRouter EcoSystem, a communications group with the mission to establish an interoperable, IP-based communications network for the grid.
March 30, 2010
Third Factor
AuthenTec provides biometrics for MEDION system
AuthenTec, a developer of various biometric solutions and service, has announced that they have been chosen by media system developer MEDION for hardware and software solution to be integrated into MEDION’s multimedia system. The multimedia system, called THE TOUCH X9613, is an all-in-one combining a PC, television, audio system and Blu-ray/DVD player which utilizes a touch-screen for control and operates off of a Windows 7 operating system.
March 17, 2010
EETimes Asia
AuthenTec expands security portfolio via SafeNet deal
AuthenTec has taken over SafeNet Inc.'s embedded security solutions division in a cash and stock transaction to further strengthen its security and identity management solutions offering.
SafeNet's embedded security solutions products ensure data privacy for businesses and individuals, and are sold to a variety of brand name customers including HP, Samsung, LG, Ericsson, AMD, Cisco, Alcatel-Lucent, Juniper Networks, Nokia-Siemens and Texas Instruments among others.
March 9, 2010
Third Factor
Fingerprint scanners on handsets enable apps
Can biometrics help launch mobile payment in U.S.?
For the first time, a mobile phone with a fingerprint biometric scanner is arriving on U.S. shores.
The LG eXpo is being offered in the U.S. by AT&T and in Canada by TELUS, says Art Stewart, vice president of mobile systems products at Authentec, a Melbourne, Fla.-based provider of fingerprint scanners.
March 1, 2010
Homeland Security Today
AuthenTec acquires SafeNet's Embedded Security Solutions Division
AuthenTec, Melbourne, Fla., a provider of smart fingerprint sensors and solutions, announced that it has acquired the Embedded Security Solutions Division of Safe Net Inc., Belcamp, Md., in a cash and stock transaction.
February 26, 2010
EETimes
AuthenTec Inc., a provider of fingerprint sensors, has acquired SafeNet Inc.'s Embedded Security Solutions Division.
Under terms of the transaction, AuthenTec paid $8.5 million in cash and issued 1.2 million shares (valued at $2.8 million at the closing) of its common stock. The transaction also calls for an earn-out of up to $2.5 million in cash based on the attainment of certain revenue goals for the remainder of 2010.
February 26, 2010
Orlando Business Journal
AuthenTec buys SafeNet division
AuthenTec has bought SafeNet Inc.'s Embedded Security Solutions Division in a cash and stock transaction.
Under the terms of the transaction, AuthenTec paid $8.5 million in cash and issued 1.2 million shares valued at $2.8 million at the closing of its common stock.
February 17, 2010
Third Factor
Tiny biometric module developed
OKI Semiconductor, developers of semiconductors and related technology, has developed a low-power fingerprint matching module that is roughly the size of a postage stamp, according to an IQ Online article.
February 17, 2010
Orlando Business Journal
AuthenTec, Jabil sign agreement
AuthenTec and Jabil Circuit, Inc. have signed a joint development agreement to deliver next-generation technology to the mobile phone market. The two companies’ first mobile solution is the Smart Navi-Key, which combines AuthenTec’s smart sensor technology with a an all-in-one keypad built by Jabil | Green Point.
February 15, 2010
Forbes
Smart sensor aims to replace phone trackpads
Since its invention more than 30 years ago, the cell phone has gotten a radical makeover. But amid the revolution in screens and processors, one area has remained largely untouched: the phone's navigation component, typically a bulky directional pad, trackball or scroll wheel. Sensor maker AuthenTec wants to modernize this part of the phone with a technology it calls a smart sensor.
February 11, 2010
EETimes Asia
Smart sensor eases integration in notebook PCs
AuthenTec has unveiled its newest smart sensor specifically tailored for convenient security, personalization and touch-based functionality in today's PCs and peripherals. AuthenTec's new AES2660 192-pixel-wide sensor complements the AES1660, a 128-pixel wide smart sensor for the PC market introduced six months ago, giving PC OEMs the ability to choose the appropriate sensor for the particular requirements of each individual product.
December 17, 2009
Wireless Week
LG has created a marketing campaign for James Cameron's "Avatar" adventure film. The campaign, developed in conjunction with Twentieth Century Fox and Lightstorm Entertainment, includes a TV spot that features the "Avatar" movie trailer footage being projected from LG eXpo, a smartphone handset that features a detachable mobile projector. LG also developed an interactive micro site, www.lgexpo.com, which includes exclusive movie content, and is also launching an exclusive joint-sponsored Facebook page between FOX and MTV.
December 8, 2009
SlashGear
AuthenTec powers multi-touch features on LG eXpo
We already know the details on the LG eXpo smartphone with the pico projector attachment that surfaced at the end of November. The phone runs Windows Mobile 6.5 and the projector is detachable. The handset itself will sell for $199 with the pico projector selling for $179.
AuthenTec is talking about its contribution to the device, its AES1711 integrated input controller also known as the AuthenTec smart sensor. The eXpo is the first smartphone to hit the U.S. that uses the AuthenTec sensor.
December 8, 2009
TMCNet
LG eXpo 1 GHz Smartpone Comes with AuthenTec Touch-powered Features
AuthenTec, a provider of smart fingerprint sensors and solutions, has announced that its “Smart Sensor” technology has been integrated into the first 1 GHz smartphone in the U.S., the LG eXpo, which will be available for AT&T customers.
According to a press release, the LG eXpo leverages the multiple features and functions of AuthenTec’s AES1711 integrated input control solution.
December 1, 2009
RCR WirelessAT&T Mobility set to launch industry's first 1 GHz phone
AT&T Mobility is set to launch the market's first mobile device running a processor in excess of 1 GHz with the impending launch of LG Electronics Co. Ltd.'s Expo.
The Expo also includes a “Smart Sensor” fingerprint recognition technology from AuthenTec to secure the device. LG also uses the sensor technology to power a “turbo-scroll” feature to quickly search through e-mails, contact lists and Web sites.
December 2, 2009
Orlando Sentinel
AuthenTec's fingerprint ID sensor wins slot in new AT&T smartphone
Melbourne-based AuthenTec Inc. has landed a deal to include its high-tech fingerprint sensors on AT&T Corp.'s next-generation cellphone, the company said this week.
Known as the LG eXpo, the new unit will be the first smartphone to be offered in the U.S. that includes a 1 GHz processor and fingerprint-recognition technology, company officials said.
December 2, 2009
PhoneScoop
LG recently announced its second Windows Mobile device for the U.S. market -- the eXpo. This device is more than a mere smartphone, however, and has a trick, removable pico projector for showing your friends movies...er...colleagues those PowerPoint presentations you've been working on.
Users will first need to register their fingerprint with the phone, which takes a few sample swipes. Basically, put the first joint of whichever finger you want to register along the sensor and swipe your finger downward. The fingerprint can then be set as a password for nearly any application on the phone. Need to unlock the home screen? Swipe! need to open the email program? Swipe! Need to access sensitive corporate files? Swipe! You get the picture.
November 30, 2009
Information Week
LG Intros eXpo WinMo Smartphone with Pico Projector
Today LG and AT&T introduced a new Windows Mobile 6.5 smartphone, the eXpo. The device's defining feature is a removable Texas Instruments DLP pico projector, which can be used to share movies...er...PowerPoint Presentations when on the road.
As if the pico projector isn't enough temptation for you, the eXpo also brings another unique feature: a fingerprint sensor. AuthenTec has been making fingerprint sensors for ages, but this is the first time I've seen one on a device released to the U.S. market. The fingerprint swipe sensor should please enterprise IT admins, as it provides a whole new level of security for the device. The sensor also doubles as a navigation control, allowing users to move the cursor about the screen as if it were a mouse.
November 30, 2009
PC Magazine
LG, AT&T Announce 1 GHz Projector Phone
Here's a whole bunch of firsts for the U.S.: LG today announced the Expo, a Windows Mobile 6.5-based smartphone with a built-in fingerprint sensor and optional pico-projector powered by a Qualcomm 1-GHz processor that I assume is their Snapdragon chipset, though LG doesn't say.
Without the projector, the Expo is a reasonably sized slider smartphone at 4.5 inches by 2.24 inches by 0.65 inches. It has a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, a 5-megapixel camera, a 3.2-inch, 800-by-480 screen, Wi-Fi, HSDPA 7.2, and a giant honking 1500 mAh battery. According to LG's Web site, the projector is an optional, add-on accessory that will be sold separately. It weighs 1.8 ounces and projects an image eight feet, according to a statement from AT&T.
November 30, 2009
InforSync World
LG eXpo is the first, and fastest, projector phone
AT&T and LG today announced the LG eXpo, a Windows Mobile 6.5 phone that features a number of firsts for the U.S. smartphone market. The LG eXpo will use a 1GHz processor, like the European HTC HD2 we recently reviewed, and this makes the LG eXpo the first phone on the U.S. market to hit the 1GHz mark. Clearly, a new round of GHz wars are upon us. The LG eXpo can also use the new LG Mobile Projector, a pico projector that snaps right onto the back of the LG eXpo. This makes the new device the first on the U.S. market with that functionality.
The LG eXpo also gets some interesting security options in the Smart Sensor, made by AuthenTec. The optical cursor at the bottom of the phone's face is also a fingerprint scanner, which eliminates the need for pass codes or unlock gestures. This could make the LG eXpo an enticing device for serious business users, along with the slide-out full QWERTY keyboard, a must for editing documents on the go. The Smart Sensor will also offer cursor control and a featured turbo scroll function to help get through long documents and Web pages quickly.
November 30, 2009
This Week In Consumer Electronics
LG Smartphone Boast 1 GHz Processor
LG is promoting a new AT&T cellphone as the first smartphone in the U.S. with 1GHz processor, first smartphone with fingerprint ID technology to unlock the phone, and first U.S. phone with optional snap-on pico projector.
November 18, 2009
Third Factor
AuthenTec ships record fingerprint sensor
AuthenTec announced the shipment of its 50 millionth fingerprint sensor.
Founded in October 1998, AuthenTec established a previous industry benchmark of 25 million sensors in November 2007 and took less than two years to double that mark to 50 million. AuthenTec’s 50 millionth sensor was shipped to Fujitsu Limited for integration into its smart phone, where it will be used for touch-powered features including security, navigation, personalization and convenience.
October 30, 2009
Trading Markets
AuthenTec Reports Shipping 50 Millionth Fingerprint Sensor
AuthenTec, a provider of smart fingerprint sensors and solutions, announced the shipment of its 50 millionth fingerprint sensor, establishing a new record for the fingerprint sensor market.
According to AuthenTec, the company's 50 millionth sensor was shipped to Fujitsu Limited for integration into its newest smart phone, where it will be used for touch-powered features including security, navigation, personalization and convenience.
October 23, 2009
Orlando Sentinel
Melbourne-based AuthenTec Provides PC-maker ASUS with Fingerprint ID systems
Biometric electronics maker AuthenTec Inc. said Friday its fingerprint-recognition systems are part of the new Windows 7-based laptop computer rollout by PC-maker ASUS of Taiwan.
Melbourne-based AuthenTec said its "smart fingerprint solutions" are featured in various versions of new notebook PC models that are now being shipped worldwide by ASUS.
Its fingerprint-ID systems provide the ASUS computers with touch-powered security and operation capabilities integrated with Microsoft's new Windows 7 operating system.
September 30, 2009
Orlando Sentinel
AuthenTec taps Asian tech exec to lead Japanese expansion
Melbourne-based AuthenTec Inc. has signed on a prominent Asian high-tech executive to lead its expansion into Japan's consumer electronics market, the company said Tuesday.
AuthenTec recently tapped Masatoshi Morishita to take the helm of its Japanese subsidiary, known as AuthenTec KK, the company said.
September 4, 2009
EETimes Asia
AuthenTec expands Shanghai operations
AuthenTec is expanding its Shanghai-based operations and named Lunji Qiu as VP and general manager of AuthenTec China. Qui has held positions at Atrua Technologies, Broadcom China and Motorola in Singapore. Qiu will oversee all aspects of AuthenTec China, including business development activities and the expansion of its software, customer support, marketing and sales teams.
August 31, 2009
Orlando Business Journal
AuthenTec, a Melbourne manufacturer of high-tech finger sensors, is expanding its Chinese operation with the addition of Lunji Qiu as vice president and general manager of AuthenTec China.
Qiu will lead the Shanghai-based operation, which has 28 employees. The company recently added three new employees there, including two senior engineers and a sales manager. It said it will add several software development engineers in the division during the next few months.
August 18, 2009
Third Factor
AuthenTec launches fingerprint solution for PCs, netbooks
AuthenTec, a Melbourne, Fla. provider of fingerprint solutions, has rolled out a line of smart sensor hardware and software products designed specifically for new consumer notebook PCs and netbooks. The offering includes a low-cost multi-function fingerprint sensor incorporating LED drivers, lighted LED packaging options, and its new TrueSuite PC client application software. This fingerprint solution has also been optimized for Microsoft’s Windows 7 operating system as well as the new Windows Biometric Framework.
The company’s consumer notebook/netbook solution is centered around its new smart sensors for the PC market, including the recently introduced AES1660 and TrueSuite PC client software. The AES1660 offers biometric performance, low-power consumption, multiple packaging and form factor options and can be easily integrated into upcoming consumer notebooks and netbooks.
August 17, 2009
IEEE Spectrum
Give Social Networking the Finger
Fingerprint authentication isn't just for security anymore. AuthenTec makes fingerprint sensors for enterprise computers, and their main clients have until recently been the military or any company that really needs to keep its laptops secure.
In my last post about Authentec, I swooned about how they go the extra mile to protect you from finger-truncating impersonators and eyeball-gouging identity thieves. (The company doesn’t simply use a picture of the top layer of the skin; it uses radio frequencies to measure the valleys and ridges of the fingerprint beneath the outer layer of skin, or within the live layer.)
August 17, 2009
Help Net Security
Fingerprint solution for PCs and netbooks from AuthenTec
AuthenTec introduced a family of smart sensor hardware and software solutions designed for new consumer notebook PCs and netbooks. It includes smart fingerprint sensors incorporating LED drivers, lighted LED packaging options, and TrueSuite PC client application software. This solution has been optimized for the forthcoming Windows 7 OS, as well as the Windows Biometric Framework (WBF) integrated within the OS.
AuthenTec's solution is centered around the new smart sensors for the PC market, including the newly introduced AES1660, and recently announced TrueSuite PC client software.
August 11, 2009
eWeek
AuthenTec Launching Biometric Suite for Netbooks
Authentec, a popular provider of smart fingerprint solutions, will be introducing a family of hardware and software solutions on Aug. 17. While biometric solutions have primarily focused on the enterprise, this new solution, which Authentec is currently shopping around to manufacturers, is intended for consumers and netbooks.
“This significant portfolio expansion gives us a complete offering for our customers — whether they’re designing new 6-inch netbooks all the way up to 18-inch multimedia notebooks…” said Authentec CEO Scott Moody in a statement.
The solution combines Authentec’s tiny new sensor, called Marcy, with its TrueSuite software, which the company says has been optimized for use with Microsoft Windows 7 and the new operating system’s Windows Biometric Framework (WBF).
August 4, 2009
Electronics Weekly
Murata fingerprint sensor deal targets mobile phone displays
Murata have signed an agreement to distribute the fingerprint sensors of AuthenTec in Japan and to specific mobile customers around the world.
Murata will offer AuthenTec's range of sensors to customers which include Casio-Hitachi, Kyocera, NEC, Nintendo, Panasonic, Pioneer, Sanyo and Sharp in Japan; as well as companies such as Garmin, Nokia, Research in Motion, Sony Ericsson, Sony and TomTom in other geographic regions.
August 3, 2009
Knight Ridder-Tribune Newspapers
Melbourne's AuthenTec Inc. seals distribution link with Murata of Japan
Melbourne-based AuthenTec Inc. said Monday it has inked a distribution deal with Murata of Japan to expand the local company's reach into the global market for fingerprint-sensor-based consumer electronics.
Murata -- one of the world's largest distributors of electronic components -- will become AuthenTec's distributor in Japan and to many customers in a number of key global markets, according to terms of the deal.
AuthenTec said the Murata connection "will help us expand our reach into Asia, Europe and other regions." The company designs and produces fingerprint-recognition sensors for personal computers, cell phones, security systems and other consumer electronics.
July 23, 2009
Secure ID News
AuthenTec unveils new consumer-level biometric suite
AuthenTec, a developer of biometric technologies, has announced the release of a consumer-level software suite for biometric security on PCs and netbooks. The suite, called TrueSuite PC, works with fingerprint biometrics and is designed to increase the ease of use, convenience and personalization when using fingerprint biometrics on a computer.
July 14, 2009
EETimes
AuthenTec Buys Rival Atrua for $4.9 Million
AuthenTec Inc., a provider of fingerprint sensors, has completed a transaction to acquire the assets of rival Atrua Technologies Inc. for approximately $4.9 million in cash.
The asset purchase further extends AuthenTec's efforts in the wireless market. Papers have also been filed with the Federal District Court for the Northern District of California to effect the dismissal of all claims pending in AuthenTec's patent infringement suit against Atrua as well as Atrua's counterclaims.
July 14, 2009
Orlando Sentinel
Melbourne's AuthenTec swings $5 million deal with Atrua; resolves patent litigation
Melbourne-based AuthenTec Inc. has closed out its patent litigation with Atrua Technologies by acquiring the assets of the California-based company, AuthenTec said Tuesday.
Terms of the nearly $5 million deal provide AuthenTec with Atrua's patents and designs for more than two dozen touch-control technologies used in computers and other consumer electronics, according to AuthenTec.
July 14, 2009
Orlando Business Journal
AuthenTec acquires Atrua Technologies
AuthenTec Inc. has announced it has purchased the assets of Atrua Technologies Inc., a manufacturer of fingerprint sensors, for about $4.9 million in cash.
The acquisition ends AuthenTec’s pending patent infringement lawsuit against Campbell, Calif.-based Atrua and Atrua’s counterclaims.
The purchase also increases AuthenTec’s patent portfolio by more than 30 issued or pending patents. AuthenTec’s total patent portfolio is in excess of 100 patents pending or issued.
July 15, 2009
Florida Today
AuthenTec purchases competitor for $4.9M
AuthenTec, a leading provider of smart fingerprint sensors, announced Tuesday it had purchased failing fingerprint sensor maker Atrua Technologies for approximately $4.9 million in cash.
The 85 AuthenTec employees in Melbourne, where the company is based, likely won't be affected by the purchase.
"They were going through a liquidation, so we won't be acquiring employees as a result of the asset purchase," AuthenTec spokesman Brent Dietz said.
July 14, 2009
TechJournal South
Florida-based AuthenTec acquires Atrua for $4.9M
AuthenTec (NASDAQ: AUTH), a provider of smart fingerprint sensors and solutions, has completed a transaction to acquire the assets of fingerprint sensor maker Atrua Technologies for approximately $4.9 million in cash.
Papers have also been filed with the Federal District Court for the Northern District of California to effect the dismissal of all claims pending in AuthenTec’s patent infringement suit against Atrua as well as Atrua’s counterclaims.
Through this transaction, AuthenTec acquired certain Atrua assets including its “Fingerprint Touch Control” and “Micro Pressure Control” products, as well as technologies and IP associated with the Atrua fingerprint sensor hardware and software. The acquired IP includes more than 30 issued and pending U.S. patents, focused primarily on fingerprint sensor and intelligent touch controls for mobile devices, bringing AuthenTec’s total patent portfolio to more than 100 issued and pending U.S. patents.
July 14, 2009
Street Insider
AuthenTec Completes Acquisition of Atrua Technologies for $4.9 Million
AuthenTec (NASDAQ: AUTH) announced today that it has completed a transaction to acquire the assets of fingerprint sensor maker Atrua Technologies for approximately $4.9 million in cash. The asset purchase further extends AuthenTec’s industry leading position in the wireless market and adds to its expansive intellectual property portfolio. Papers have also been filed with the Federal District Court for the Northern District of California to effect the dismissal of all claims pending in AuthenTec’s patent infringement suit against Atrua as well as Atrua’s counterclaims.
June 22, 2009
What's New in Mobile
“Smart Sensor Delivers More Touch Powered Features”
A smart fingerprint sensor from AuthenTec provides a number of innovative features in the recently launched NTT docomo PRIME series F-09A smartphone manufactured by Fujitsu. The handset is the 18th Fujitsu phone to use an AuthenTec sensor and the third Fujitsu phone to use AuthenTec's TrueNav user navigation capability. The F-09A smartphone uses AuthenTec's AES1711 sensor for several functions including touch-powered user navigation, personalisation, convenience and security.
June 6, 2009
TMCNet
AuthenTec, a provider of smart fingerprint sensors and solutions, and Phoenix Technologies, a supplier of PC 3.0 products, services and embedded technologies, announced that they have developed a pre-boot authentication (PBA) solution for next generation Calpella-equipped PCs which will be demonstrated by Phoenix Technology at Computex 2009 in Taipei.
May 27, 2009
TechNewsWorld
"The Blood and Guts of Biometric Systems"
When biometric security devices began appearing nearly a decade ago, they were often touted as the final word in security technology. After all, stealing your password is one thing -- stealing a thumb, a retina or a voice print is a bit more of a chore.
Hackers, however, developed techniques to fool biometrics scanners, much like they've found ways around spam filters and firewalls. Biometric device vendors, in turn, learned how to improve early scanners and algorithms to develop more ironclad security products.
April 20, 2009
Orlando Business Journal
“AuthenTec earns ISO certification”
AuthenTec Inc. has announced it has earned the ISO 9001:2008 certification, which demonstrates the biometric fingerprint sensor manufacturer’s commitment to quality in the design, development and marketing of fingerprint hardware and software solutions.
Compliance with ISO 9001 helps assures the company’s customers that its products are of the highest quality and that its processes follow the most thorough quality practices and standards, Scott Moody, AuthenTec’s chairman and CEO, said in a prepared statement.
April 13, 2009
Florida Today
“AuthenTec expands its market”
Computer makers are hoping "netbooks," smaller versions of notebook computers, will be a fast-growing product line.
If it is, Melbourne-based AuthenTec, a designer and manufacturer of fingerprint-sensor security technology, wants to be along for the ride. AuthenTec's fingerprint sensor, which controls access to electronic devices like computers, cell phones and global positioning devices, is now a standard feature on ASUSTek Computer Inc.'s Eee PC 1004DN netbook.
April 2, 2009
Orlando Sentinel
"Melbourne's AuthenTec tops rivals for new "netbook" PC deal"
Melbourne-based AuthenTec Inc. has landed a deal with Taiwanese PC-maker ASUS to provide fingerprint sensors in its new line of "netbook" mini-notebook computers, the companies said this week. Financial terms were not disclosed.
AuthenTec's fingerprint-ID systems are now standard features on the ASUS Eee PC 1004DN - the first mini-notebook to include fingerprint-enabled technology, company officials said.
April 2, 2009
Orlando Business Journal
"AuthenTec sensors on ASUS netbook"
AuthenTec Inc. has announced that its biometric fingerprint sensors are now a standard feature in a new ASUS netbook, the first netbook to include such a sensor.
Netbooks are generally less expensive than personal computer notebooks, have less features and a smaller screen — 10 inches or less. ASUS and Acer are regarded as the leading providers of netbooks around the world.
The netbook segment of the market grew to 10 million in 2008 and that total is expected to double in 2009.
April 1, 2009
Net Security
"World’s first fingerprint-enabled netbook"
The new ASUS Eee PC 1004DN is the first netbook to integrate a fingerprint sensor, AuthenTec’s small form factor AES1610.
At a lightweight 3.2 pounds (1.45 kilograms), the Eee PC 1004DN features a 10-inch WSVGA display, a Super-Multi optical disc drive, 120 GB PATA storage, 1 GB of DDR2 SO-DIMM memory, 1.3 Megapixel web cam, Express Card expansion slot, a 1.66 GHz Intel Atom N280/GN40 processor, integrated 802.11b/g/n WLAN, Bluetooth Connection, Windows XP Home and ASUS’ Security Protect Manager (ASPM) feature to enhance PC and user security.
March 25, 2009
Orlando Sentinel
“AuthenTec claims move forward in high-tech patent litigation”
Melbourne-based AuthenTec Inc. has claimed several courtroom wins in the back-and-forth litigation involving its patent infringement suit against rival Atrua Technologies Inc., AuthenTec said today.
AuthenTec said a California judge hearing the case found for the company in several recent legal moves by Atrua, which has countersued AuthenTec, accusing it of patent infringement.
Among the rulings, the judge denied Atrua's motion to add a claim of misappropriation of trade secrets to its suit; and rejected its motions for a preliminary injunction and temporary restraining order, according to AuthenTec.
"We are pleased with the continued progress on our patent infringement lawsuit and are confident that we have a strong patent infringement case," said Frederick Jorgenson, Vice President and General Counsel for AuthenTec.
March 25, 2009
Orlando Business Journal
“Motion Computing inks pact with AuthenTec”
AuthenTec Inc. has announced that Motion Computing has incorporated its biometric fingerprint sensor into the new J3400 rugged tablet personal computer in order to protect the device, its stored data and the networks to which it connects.
Motion Computing is a mobile computing and wireless communications company that focuses on such fields as health care, field sales and government.
March 24, 2009
Homeland Security Today
“AuthenTec Adds Security Features to the New Motion J3400 Rugged Tablet PC”
AuthenTec, Melbourne, Fla., a provider of fingerprint sensors and solutions, has announced that its fingerprint sensor has been integrated into the new Motion Computing J3400 rugged tablet PC, offering Power of Touch features including security, convenience and personalization. The J3400 tablet, which offers all day battery life and an industry-leading bright outdoor display, integrates AuthenTec’s AES2550 fingerprint sensor to protect the tablet PC, its stored data, and the networks to which it connects.
March 23, 2009
Help Net Security
"Fingerprint sensor on the new Motion J3400 tablet PC"
AuthenTec announced that its fingerprint sensor has been integrated into the new Motion Computing J3400 rugged tablet PC, offering Power of Touch features including security, convenience and personalization. The J3400 tablet, which offers all day battery life and an industry-leading bright outdoor display, integrates AuthenTec's AES2550 fingerprint sensor to protect the tablet PC, its stored data, and the networks to which it connects.
March 17, 2009
PC World
“Hands on With Acer's F900 and M900 Smartphones”
Global PC vendor Acer made its first move into the smartphone market at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona last month and I had a chance to sit down and try out a few of the new devices in Taipei.
The handsets are all courtesy of a company called E-Ten Information Systems that Acer bought last year. The company originally designed GPS devices, which you'll find on nearly all of their smartphones, and expanded into smartphones a few years ago with Microsoft's Windows Mobile OS. I opted to try out the two coolest smartphones of the Acer Tempo family, the F900 and M900.
Below the screen on the face of the M900 is a small fingerprint identification tab, the principal way you sign into the phone and access information. Cool. Even better is that same tab can be used for navigation on the handset if you get tired of the touchscreen.
March 16, 2009
Rugged PC Review
"Tablet PC pioneer releases a powerful, versatile new machine"
On March 16, 2009, Motion Computing introduced the Motion J3400 Tablet PC. Unlike the sequence of technology upgrades we've seen over the years to the company's LE platform, the J3400 is an entirely new design.
January 20, 2009
The Register
"World's first biometric, waterproof mobile surfaces"
A secure phone fit for the pool?
Pin numbers are generally about as secure as most mobile phones get. But Fujitsu has launched what it claims is the world’s first waterproof handset with an embedded biometric sensor. Although not the world’s first phone with a biometric reader – Fujitsu already has 16 others, apparently – the F-01A’s combined waterproofing means that your data’s secure whether you drop the talker into a river or the hands of a mugger.
January 20, 2009
DigiTimes
"Fujitsu waterproof handset uses AuthenTec AES1711 fingerprint sensor"
The Fujitsu F-01A offered by NTT DoCoMo is based on a Symbian operating system and features a 3.5-inch widescreen VGA touchscreen display, 5.2 megapixel camera with autofocus, built-in GPS using Mobile Google Maps with Street View, e-Wallet mobile payment capability, and a 1Seg mobile TV tuner.
This handset features a fingerprint sensor using AuthenTec's TouchStone packaging and TrueNav technology for touchpad-like navigational control via AuthenTec's AES1711 fingerprint sensor.
January 20, 2008
Orlando Sentinel
"Fujitsu rolls out Japanese phones with AuthenTec technology"
Melbourne-based AuthenTec Inc.'s contract with Fujitsu took a big step forward recently as the Japanese consumer electronics giant rolled out a new cellphone equipped with Authentec's technology, the companies said Sunday.
Fujitsu's new waterproof cellphone, which uses the Melbourne company fingerprint-recognition system, became commercially available to subscribers of Tokyo-based wireless service provider NTT DOCOMO Inc.
The new waterproof phone includes AuthenTec's "TrueNav navigation capability," which enables customers to operate the phone using a fingerprint-recognition touchpad.
January 19, 2008
Nikkei Electronics Asia
"Fujitsu Ships "World's First" Waterproof Cell Phone with Fingerprint Sensor Security"
AuthenTec, a provider of fingerprint sensors and solutions, has announced that NTT DoCoMo is now offering the Fujitsu F-01A, claimed to be the world's first fingerprint-enabled waterproof cell phone. The cell phone uses AuthenTec's TouchStone packaging and incorporates its TrueNav technology for touchpad-like navigational control via AuthenTec's AES1711 fingerprint sensor.
The F-01A is based on a Symbian operating system and features a 3.5-inch widescreen VGA touchscreen display, 5.2-Mpixel camera with autofocus, built-in GPS using Mobile Google Maps with Street View, e-Wallet mobile payment capability, and a 1-Seg mobile TV tuner.
January 19, 2008
CNet News
"Fujitsu's waterproof, fingerprint-scanning phone"
For your next spy mission, consider the F-01A phone from Fujitsu. It's a sleek-looking phone with some serious, sophisticated technological and rugged credentials. It's submersible--it will still work if dunked in 3 feet of water for up to 30 minutes--and also functions as a fingerprint-scanning device.
The phone uses AuthenTec's TouchStone technology, which is a fingerprint scanner that is utilized to navigate the device's controls, and TrueFinger, which is security software from AuthenTec, which matches fingerprint patterns. It's the first phone to use the software/hardware combination, according to AuthenTec.
December 17, 2008
Nikkei Electronics Asia
"AuthenTec Expands Melbourne, Florida-Based Operations"
AuthenTec, a provider of fingerprint sensors and solutions, has completed an office consolidation and expansion of its Melbourne, Florida operations and headquarters location. The company has consolidated two Melbourne operations into one newly expanded office location at 100 Rialto Place. The company has expanded its total office space from 28,000 square-feet at two locations to one location with 37,000 square-feet for offices, a test floor and packaging, reliability and applications labs. The Rialto Place location serves as the company's headquarters and its US base of operations for silicon design, and packaging development, software creation, marketing, finance/accounting, and executive administration.
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