Fingerprint Cards strikes 2 deals in transition away from mobile biometrics

Fingerprint Cards has formed a pair of partnerships as it transitions away from smartphones and tablets in favor of a greater focus on biometric smart cards, among other product lines.

A deal with Egis Technology, a provider of biometric sensors, to more quickly and efficiently wind down its mobile  biometrics business line. In its place, the collaboration will enable Egis Technology to leverage Fingerprint Cards' portfolio of patents in the mobile biometrics market.

Egis will acquire specific mobile-related assets …

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