The secure identity industry continues to witness significant consolidation as key industry players announce acquisitions to strengthen their portfolios and expand their offerings.

Toppan Holdings has announced a definitive agreement to acquire the Citizen Identity Solutions division of HID Global from Assa Abloy, marking a significant move in the global identity solutions market.

In a landmark move, IDEMIA Group has announced its entry into exclusive negotiations with IN Groupe for the acquisition of IDEMIA Smart Identity.

Reconnaissance is pleased to introduce the enhanced features of the ‘ID Document Index’, an online reference tool designed to assist professionals in the identification and authentication of passports and ID documents worldwide.

Covestro’s Specialty Films division, a leading player in materials for passports and ID cards, has received the Blue Shield Market Development Award at the annual Security Document Summit (SDS) in China – recognising the division’s commitment to enhancing the security of citizen identification documents.

The Dutch National Office for Identity Data (RvIG) unveiled the next generation of Dutch passports and national ID cards at the recent Identity Week conference in Amsterdam.

Reconnaissance International – the leading global source of business intelligence on currency, identity, authentication, tax stamps, and traceability – has unveiled a new industry reference glossary.

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Veridos has been at the forefront of providing innovative passport systems and digital identity solutions, adapting to the ever-evolving digital landscape while addressing the growing need for security and reliability.

Reconnaissance International, publisher of ID & Secure Document News™ (IDN), has released the inaugural edition of the Directory of ID & Secure Document Suppliers.

In an industry dominated by large-scale operations catering to government and corporate contracts, one small-format security print business is making a big impact with its specialised services.