Identity

Trustworthy identity is essential for a safe and secure society — and while digital identity solutions are on the rise, physical ID cards and devices remain indispensable. Their portability, reliability, and ease of use make them a crucial part of any identity system.

In particular, ID cards and documents can be customized with advanced security features and personalized information, providing a secure, accessible way to verify identity. However, when embedded with a smart IC chip, they also enable robust authentication, adding an extra layer of protection beyond a photo or name.

For many, carrying a physical ID brings peace of mind — a trusted credential that instantly confirms their identity or status.

MULTOS is a proven technology in providing secure, scalable solutions delivering digital transformation and improved user experience to a wide range of identity schemes where security and trust are paramount.

From national identity programs, welfare programs, government services, access control to consumer leisure services, MULTOS has long been renowned as the secure, premier platform that offers longer issuance lifecycles, in-field usage, and full control over the end-to-end delivery of the program.

Authentication

Authentication is a critical part of security systems across digital platforms, financial services, and identity verification schemes. There are typically three types of authentication factors:

• Something you know – eg. a password or PIN
• Something you have – eg. a smart card, phone, or security token
• Something you are – eg. a fingerprint or facial recognition

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) combines two or more of these for stronger security.

MULTOS is often used as part of a strong authentication system, providing:

• Two-factor authentication: Combining something the user has (a MULTOS card or device) with a PIN or biometric
• Cryptographic security: Secure generation and storage of cryptographic keys
• Digital signatures: Used to verify documents or transactions
• Certificate storage: Securely holds digital certificates for identity verification