Thales: Supplier of Security Identity Documents for a Third of the Global Population

Thales Provides One-Third of the World's Secure Electronic ID Documents MEUDON, France—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Every year, one in three secure electronic identity documents equipped with smart chips is designed by Thales. Leveraging its extensive expertise in the issuance of secure documents, Thales has naturally expanded into the development of digital identities. The company's new offering, the Civil Identity Suite, enables governments to manage both physical and digital identities, streamlining the registration and verification processes for citizens whether online or in person. As a global leader in advanced technologies and secure identity documents, Thales recently secured the top spot as the world’s leading provider of digital identity solutions, according to Juniper Research in 2024. With its deep knowledge, Thales aids nations in modernizing their identity systems, ensuring reliability and security. End-to-End Security In an era where identity theft and fraud are on the rise, Thales offers a robust and user-friendly solution. The entire identity journey, from creation to daily usage, is safeguarded by cutting-edge cybersecurity tools. To ensure that only the rightful owners can access their services, identities are verified using advanced biometric technologies, confirming that the individual is real and not attempting any fraud. Both physical and digital documents are designed to thwart counterfeiting, allowing users to trust them fully. Simplifying Identity Access for Everyone Citizens can now register their identities in seconds using their fingerprints or faces. Once registered, they can securely store official documents on their smartphones and use them online or in person without compromising security. This ease of use extends beyond government services to banks and telecommunications providers, enabling them to verify customer identities remotely with the same level of security as governmental entities. The technology underpinning this system is flexible and easily adaptable to the needs of governments and businesses. This flexibility allows for the evolution of digital services while maintaining reliance on trusted and secure identity documents. Thales' Commitment "At a time when identity is not just a piece of paper but a key to smooth and secure access to essential services, we at Thales are committed to providing trusted identity solutions that offer citizens security, simplicity, and control over their personal data," states Nathalie Gosset, Vice President of Identity & Biometric Solutions at Thales. "By combining physical and digital identity with state-of-the-art security technologies, we assist governments in building strong and sustainable identity ecosystems. This, in turn, enhances public trust, facilitates access to services, and promotes digital inclusion." About Thales Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in high-tech solutions with a focus on three main areas: Defense, Aerospace and Space, and Cyber & Digital. The company develops products and solutions that contribute to a safer, greener, and more inclusive world. Thales invests nearly 4 billion euros annually in Research & Development, particularly in key innovation areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum technologies, cloud computing, and 6G. The group employs approximately 83,000 people across 68 countries. In 2024, Thales reported a revenue of 20.6 billion euros. For more information, please visit the Thales Group website and download high-definition photos.