Sentry merges with X-Core to combines biometric smart card, manufacturing capabilities

Sentry Enterprises has merged with X-Core Technologies to combine the technologies for biometric smart card development and manufacturing held by each.

X-Core’s patented “Prelaminate Core Sheet” technology enables scaled manufacturing of complex and ultra-thin microelectronics with hot lamination, according to the announcement. Sentry sells biometric smart cards for crypto cold storage, physical access control, and converged identity access management.

The merged companies already had a close relationship, with Sentry investing an undisclosed amount in X-Core to …

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