Cipher, a Prosegur Company, and BIO-key Announce Technology Integration to Expand Identity Security Offering, Starting in Portugal

Luis Martins, Country Manager Portugal at Cipher, a Prosegur Company

“Portugal is an important starting point for combining our complementary technologies and cybersecurity expertise to address evolving market needs. Organizations are recognizing that protecting their infrastructure is not enough if the identities accessing that infrastructure are not properly secured. By combining BIO-key's advanced biometric authentication and IAM capabilities with Cipher's cybersecurity expertise, we can deliver a more comprehensive approach to identity protection. We look to build a strong foundation in Portugal and then create opportunities to extend this integrated offering to customers across other markets.”

Alex Rocha, International Managing Director, BIO-key Inc.

“We’re excited by the opportunity to connect Cipher/Prosegur's established leadership and extensive footprint in physical security with the growing demand for enterprise cybersecurity. They have built trusted relationships with more than 800 enterprise customers, and their integrated security operations center (iSOC) is a powerful example of how they bring together people, technology, data and intelligence to deliver integrated security services. Within this iSOC environment, BIO-key’s identity assurance can strengthen access to security platforms, operational systems and sensitive applications.”

Alex Rocha, International Managing Director, BIO-key Inc.

“As physical and digital security increasingly converge, organizations need to protect not only their facilities, people and assets, but also their digital identities, infrastructure and AI-driven operations. BIO-key can help extend Prosegur's security proposition into this broader ecosystem. Together, we can help organizations move towards a more comprehensive security model in which physical security, cybersecurity and trusted digital identity work together.”

Nicholas Prinz, International Channel Director, BIO-key Inc.

“This is an important strategic step in expanding BIO-key’s international technology ecosystem. Cipher brings significant cybersecurity expertise, an established international presence, and a strong understanding of the security challenges faced by large organizations. Integrating BIO-key's solutions into Cipher’s cybersecurity offering brings identity security closer to the center of enterprise cybersecurity strategies. We see considerable potential in Portugal and beyond. Our ambition is to forge an international initiative combining the strengths of both organizations. We look forward to a long-term relationship.”