Market Share of Europe Government And Security Biometrics Industry
The European government and security biometrics market is fragmented and characterized by numerous players in the market. Significant players are adopting strategies like new product launches, mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, product innovation, and collaborations. Some of the key players in the market include id3 Technologies, IrisGuard Ltd, BioID, Innovatrics, DERMALOG Identification Systems GmbH, Veridos GmbH, BIO-key International Fulcrum Biometrics, Corsight AI, IDEMIA, Fujitsu, NEC Corporation, and Thales Group.
- March 2024: The European Union's highest court made a ruling stating that governments requiring the submission of fingerprint biometrics for identity cards are not in violation of European privacy laws. The European Court of Justice has explained that the compulsory collection of fingerprint data on ID cards aligns with fundamental privacy rights. The court further argues that obtaining biometrics is justified in combating identity theft and ensuring the compatibility of verification systems.
- January 2024: Thales finalized the acquisition of Imperva, solidifying its position as a global cybersecurity leader. Thales aims to fortify organizations' data protection and access management capabilities worldwide. With North America now serving as Thales' second-largest operational hub, the acquisition marks the company's ninth investment in digital security within the past nine years. Ranked as the second-largest acquisition in Thales' history following Gemalto, Imperva's incorporation strengthens Thales to advance cybersecurity solutions on a global scale.
Europe Government And Security Biometrics Market Leaders
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Veridos GmbH
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IrisGuard Ltd
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Corsight AI
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Innovatrics
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DERMALOG Identification Systems GmbH
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
