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BIO-key International, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKYI) is an identity and access management (IAM) and biometric authentication company whose news flow centers on product innovation, strategic partnerships, investor communications, and capital markets activity. Press releases describe BIO-key as a biometric-centric, multi-factor IAM provider enabling phoneless, tokenless, passwordless, and phishing-resistant authentication for enterprise and large-scale identity deployments.
On this page, readers can follow updates on BIO-key’s participation in industry conferences and investor events, such as the Gartner Identity & Access Management Summit, the Africa Tech Festival, and the DealFlow Discovery investor conference. These announcements often highlight new passwordless capabilities, identity-bound biometric technologies, and demonstrations of the PortalGuard IAM platform.
Company news also covers strategic partnerships that extend BIO-key’s reach in key regions. Recent releases describe collaborations with SAVIS Group in Vietnam, VaporVM in the Middle East and Africa, and Cloud Distribution in Saudi Arabia. Through these relationships, BIO-key’s IAM and biometric solutions are integrated into broader cybersecurity and digital transformation offerings for enterprises, government agencies, and institutions.
Investors can track earnings-related communications and balance sheet updates through quarterly results announcements and associated investor calls. BIO-key’s news includes details on hardware launches such as the EcoID III fingerprint scanner, as well as disclosures about warrant exercise agreements and secured promissory notes that affect the company’s capital structure.
By monitoring the BKYI news feed, users can see how BIO-key positions its biometric and IAM technologies in sectors such as defense, finance, government, and education, and stay informed about material events reported in press releases that complement the company’s formal SEC filings.
BIO-key International (NASDAQ: BKYI) announced an expansion of its Channel Alliance Partner (CAP) program, enhancing benefits for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and others. This initiative aims to create new revenue opportunities through the PortalGuard IDaaS, a cloud-based authentication platform. The program focuses on key markets such as financial, government, and healthcare, leveraging biometric identity for secure access. BIO-key is committed to supporting partners with training and a direct touch model to ensure success.
BIO-key International (NASDAQ: BKYI) has announced an expansion of its biometric multi-factor authentication (MFA) solution for election workers in a West Coast state. This initiative aims to secure voter registration data statewide, building on previous deployments in various states. The solution includes BIO-key's biometric software and FIPS compliant fingerprint scanners to enhance election security. The rollout will allow access to a centralized voter registration system via Citrix, ensuring strong user identity verification against current threats.
BIO-key International (NASDAQ: BKYI) announced a partnership with Appsian to enhance ERP system security through its PortalGuard solution. This partnership aims to deliver robust identity and access management (IAM) solutions, catering to businesses needing improved ERP security. BIO-key will also present at the PeopleSoft Innovation Summit on February 17, 2021, targeting organizations looking for secure access solutions for legacy ERP systems. This collaboration underscores the importance of frictionless user experience combined with strong security measures.
BIO-key International (NASDAQ: BKYI) announced that Southeastern Illinois College has chosen its PortalGuard® IDaaS platform for enhanced access management. The cloud-based solution aims to provide users with a seamless experience across devices while integrating with vital institutional applications like Jenzabar and Canvas. BIO-key emphasizes that the cloud platform enhances flexibility, scalability, and security, addressing rising cybersecurity concerns in higher education.
BIO-key International (NASDAQ: BKYI) has announced a partnership with NGEN LLC, a recognized managed service provider. This collaboration has already secured a new customer for BIO-key's PortalGuard Identity-as-a-Service (IDaaS) platform through the Maryland Education Enterprise Consortium contract. The initiative aims to enhance online security and user experience for over 14,000 users at a higher education institution by implementing advanced identity access management practices, includingmulti-factor authentication and Single Sign-On.
BIO-key International (NASDAQ: BKYI) reported a significant shift towards its PortalGuard® Identity-as-a-Service (IDaaS) solution as existing customers transition from on-premises deployments. In Q4 2020, nine customers migrated to IDaaS, impacting approximately 115,000 users. The growing demand for cloud-based security and easier IT management positions PortalGuard favorably against traditional solutions. The company sees potential to convert over 200 additional existing customers to IDaaS, highlighting a promising growth trajectory in 2021 and beyond.
BIO-key International (NASDAQ: BKYI) announced its PortalGuard IAM solution is now utilized by a division of the US Department of Justice, enhancing secure authentication for systems access. This multi-factor solution aims to improve security while reducing user friction and help desk costs. The announcement highlights BIO-key's commitment to supporting national security programs and its experience with law enforcement agencies facing evolving threats.
BIO-key International, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKYI) announced the expansion of its PortalGuard identity and access management solution for GATX Corporation, specifically for its Rail Europe operations. With a shift to remote work due to COVID-19, GATX faced increasing Help Desk costs and security challenges. PortalGuard aims to enhance password management, improve user experience, and reduce IT costs. Mark Cochran, President of BIO-key, emphasized the solution's balance of security and usability, highlighting the ongoing need for effective cybersecurity measures in remote environments.
BIO-key International (BKYI) will participate in the LD Micro Virtual Main Event 2020 Investor Conference on December 15, 2020. Chairman and CEO Mike DePasquale is scheduled to present at 3:20 PM ET, followed by a Q&A session. The event, taking place on December 14-15, features over 200 small and micro-cap companies and aims to provide a more engaging experience for attendees. For more details or to register, visit the LD Micro website.
BIO-key International (NASDAQ: BKYI) announced the launch of PortalGuard IDaaS, a secure, scalable identity-as-a-service platform. This cloud-based service utilizes biometrics and offers a flexible approach to identity and access management (IAM). The solution has already processed millions of authentication transactions, aiming to enhance security in work-from-anywhere scenarios. Gartner predicts a significant growth in IAM SaaS usage, driven by the pandemic. CEO Michael DePasquale emphasized that this launch reflects BIO-key's commitment to innovation and flexibility in IAM solutions.
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