Thales Reaffirms Commitment to Secure Legal Identities for All on International Identity Day

Thales Reaffirms Commitment to Secure Legal Identities for All on International Identity Day

(IN BRIEF) On International Identity Day, Thales reaffirmed its commitment to providing secure, trusted legal identities for all, in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 16.9. With over 850 million people worldwide lacking official identification, Thales is working to improve access to essential services through innovative biometric and digital identity solutions. The company promotes ethical practices while ensuring that identity is a fundamental human right, essential for inclusion and economic development. Thales aims to create a future where everyone has a secure and recognized legal identity.

(PRESS RELEASE) LA DÉFENSE, 17-Sep-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — In celebration of International Identity Day (ID Day) on September 16, Thales reaffirms its commitment to global efforts aimed at providing secure, trusted, and legal identities for all. With over 850 million people worldwide lacking official identification, Thales, a leader in digital and biometric identity solutions, continues to support initiatives aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 16.9, which seeks to provide legal identity for all by 2030.

For more than 30 years, Thales has pioneered responsible technology in digital identity and biometrics to promote inclusion and security. Legal identities enable access to essential services such as healthcare, education, and employment, empowering individuals and fostering social and economic development. Thales is dedicated to advancing biometric and digital ID solutions that protect personal data while ensuring universal recognition of identity.

Youzec Kurp, VP of Identity and Biometrics Solutions at Thales Group, emphasized, “A legal identity is a fundamental human right and key to accessing services and opportunities. At Thales, we are committed to innovation in this field, ensuring every individual can confirm their rightful place in society.”

Thales continues to promote ethical and secure biometric technologies, ensuring that digital identities are transparent, understandable, and uphold the highest standards of privacy and security. Through its efforts, Thales aims to leave no one behind, supporting a future where everyone can benefit from a trusted and secure identity.

Media Contact:

Vanessa Viala
Digital Identity & Security Press Officer
+33 6 07 34 00 34 vanessa.viala@thalesgroup.com

SOURCE: Thales