2013-03-20 14:53:58 -
Paris, 20 March 2013 - Atos Worldline, Atos core expertise in hi-tech
transactional services, has been awarded the 2013 Innovative Payments Trophy in
the "e-commerce products" category at the PayForum trade fair for its innovative
eGo(TM) solution. Developed by Atos Worldline, this new technology will
revolutionise the way a wide range of digital services and payments are handled.
No cards, cheques or cash are needed: just your finger. Your skin sets the
transaction in motion, ensuring secure user authentication. eGo(TM) is an
extremely practical solution which does not compromise security. It provides an
initial identity verification procedure and remains entirely under the control
of its holder.
eGo* is an embedded software solution which may be fitted inside a wearable
object, such as a belt or a wrist-watch. eGo stores the user's data and access
rights for a whole series of services: opening a hotel door, starting a car,
submitting health-related data or carrying out cash transactions, all with one
touch of the user's finger. It is intuitive, fast and ultra-secure. The eGo
portable device allows access to multiple services containing diverse
applications. Not only does it ensure user authentication, it can also
communicate with eGo compatible objects: with a single touch. Data is
transferred with absolute security and the desired electronic transaction is
seamlessly completed.
Denis Faivre, Innovation Director at Atos Worldline: "eGo forms part of Atos
Worldline's commitment to continued development of innovations in the payment
field. We are proud to have been awarded this trophy which highlights our
ability to give shape to cutting-edge ideas. We have combined our expertise,
spanning 40 years in the payments sector, to optimise security and transaction
management features in the eGo solution. Users will experience many benefits
which are designed to make daily life considerably easier with regard to
payments."
* eGo is part of the R&D program EUREKA CATRENE (Cluster for Application and
Technology Research in Europe on NanoElectronics). It is the ambition of Europe
and the European companies to deliver nano-/microelectronics solutions that
respond to the needs of society at large, improving the economic prosperity of
Europe and reinforcing the ability of its industry to be at the forefront of the
global competition. Gemalto is leading the consortium.
About Atos Worldline
Atos Worldline brings together Atos core expertise in Hi-Tech Transactional
Services with 40 years of experience and recognized know-how in the payment
industry. A leader in end-to-end services for critical electronic transactions,
Atos Worldline is specialized in electronic payment services (including issuing,
acquiring, terminals, and card and non-card payment solutions & processing),
eServices for customers, citizens and communities as well as services for
financial markets. Atos Worldline is committed to continuous R&D and innovation
so its customers can benefit from leading-edge solutions to stay ahead of market
evolutions. Atos Worldline generates annual 2012 revenue of €927 million and
employs over 5300 people in the world. For more information, please visit:
atosworldline.com
About Atos
Atos SE (Societas europaea) is an international information technology services
company with annual 2012 revenue of EUR 8.8 billion and 76,400 employees in 47
countries. Serving a global client base, it delivers Hi-Tech Transactional
Services, Consulting & Technology Services, Systems Integration and Managed
Services. With its deep technology expertise and industry knowledge, it works
with clients across the following market sectors: Manufacturing, Retail &
Services; Public sector, Healthcare & Transports; Financial Services; Telecoms,
Media & Technology; Energy & Utilities.Atos is focused on business technology
that powers progress and helps organizations to create their firm of the future.
It is the Worldwide Information Technology Partner for the Olympic and
Paralympic Games and is quoted on the NYSE Euronext Paris market. Atos operates
under the brands Atos, Atos Consulting & Technology Services, Atos Worldline and
Atos Worldgrid.
Press contact:
Jose de Vries
+31 6 30 27 26 11
Jose.devries@atos.net
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